5 from 18 votes
Chocolate Coconut Macaroons
Chocolate Coconut Macaroons combine shredded unsweetened coconut with cacao powder and almond butter to create rich, chewy clusters. Sweetened with maple syrup and balanced by a touch of sea salt, these macaroons offer a dense texture that holds shape well whether baked or frozen. They are a versatile treat that can be prepared without baking by freezing, making them convenient for different preferences.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings:
21
Calories:
101 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
French
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup almond butter (70 grams)
- 1/3 cup cacao powder (29 grams)
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (157 grams)
- 1/4 tsp salt 2 grams, sea salt
- 2 cups coconut 194 grams, shredded, unsweetened
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF, if you plan on baking these, and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, stir together the almond butter, cacao powder, maple syrup, and salt.
- Add in the coconut and stir again, until all of the coconut is coated in the chocolate mixture.
- Use a tablespoon or 1-ounce cookie scoop to scoop the dough and drop it onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough, making roughly 21 mounds. Use your hands to press any pieces into place, or shape the cookie how you like. They won't spread with baking or freezing.
- To bake the cookies, place them in the oven for 15 minutes. They will not feel firm to the touch at first, but they will firm up as they cool completely. For a no-bake cookie, simply place the pan in the freezer to set, about 1 to 2 hours. Transfer the frozen cookies to an airtight container and store in the freezer to protect their flavor.
- Serve the macaroons at room temperature if you baked them, or straight from the freezer as a no-bake dessert. The baked cookies will last at room temperature for up to 2 weeks (or longer in the fridge) or they will keep for up to 3 months frozen.
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Notes
- Shape macaroons with a tablespoon or 1-ounce cookie scoop for consistent size.
- They can be baked for 15 minutes or frozen to set for about 1 to 2 hours as a no-bake option.
- Store frozen macaroons in an airtight container to maintain freshness and flavor.
- Nutrition per macaroon varies depending on portioning; the estimate is based on 21 pieces.
Nutrition Information
Calories
101kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
32mg
(1%)
Potassium
108mg
(2%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
1IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
23mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 21 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 101
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 101kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 32mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 108mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.