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Heart Healthy Coconut Macaroons Recipe

                   
Coconut Macaroons
At just 80 calories per serving, our gluten-free coconut macaroons are the delightfully chewy cookies dreams are made of. Combine coconut flakes, cornstarch, sugar and egg whites for a light-as-air sweetness that the whole family will love.
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Ingredients
Recipe yields 40 servings
1 cup sugar
2 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch
2 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut flakes
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
6 oz egg whites (about 5 to 6 egg whites)
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Directions
Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together sugar and cornstarch until the cornstarch has no lumps. Add the coconut and the vanilla and whisk to combine. Add the egg whites and whisk until combined.

Step 3

With an ice cream scoop, scoop dough by tablespoonfuls onto baking sheets. Bake for 10 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from oven and cool on baking sheets on a wire rack. Remove from baking sheets when completely cool.

Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 40
Calories: 81
Make this for: Gluten Free Healthy Kids
Dietary Review:
Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
This recipe has been reviewed by a dietitian. Click here to learn more.
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 1 cookie
Per serving:
calories:81
total fat:4g
sat fat:3g
cholesterol:0mg
sodium:2mg
total carb:10g
fibers:1g
proteins:1g

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About This Healthy Recipe

If you are in search of a deliciously gluten-free cookie recipe then look no further, as we have just the recipe for you! These light, fluffy and sweet macaroons are the perfect celiac friendly cookie that everyone will enjoy. Made with just 5 simple ingredients, yes you heard that correctly, these cookies are super easy to make. In addition to being gluten-friendly, these coconut macaroons are also low in both saturated fat (3g) and sodium (2mg) making this recipe perfect for those who are currently following a heart healthy diet! Even better, these cookies are low in carbohydrates containing just 10 grams per serving, making them a diabetic friendly option as well. The most impressive part about this recipe? Each cookie is just 81 calories, so you can be sure to indulge in this sweet treat guilt-free. Make this recipe for a dinner party, the holidays or for the kids. They are perfect for any occasion, enjoy!

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Heart Healthy Coconut Macaroons Recipe
Ingredients
Recipe yields 40 servings
1 cup sugar
2 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch
2 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut flakes
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
6 oz egg whites (about 5 to 6 egg whites)
Directions
Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together sugar and cornstarch until the cornstarch has no lumps. Add the coconut and the vanilla and whisk to combine. Add the egg whites and whisk until combined.

Step 3

With an ice cream scoop, scoop dough by tablespoonfuls onto baking sheets. Bake for 10 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from oven and cool on baking sheets on a wire rack. Remove from baking sheets when completely cool.

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