If you're not a fan of coconut macaroons, whether it's because of the chewy texture, the unforgettable flavor, or the saturated fat content, this nontraditional macaroon recipe will be music to your cookie-loving ears. Check out this crunchy alternative - a macaroon made strictly with almonds. These cookies are loaded with protein and heart-healthy fats, plus a delicious lemon and almond flavor.
From Jenny Sugar, POPSUGAR Fitness
Almond Lemon Macaroons
Ingredients
2 cups unblanched almonds
1/2 cup Sucanat or sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract (find one that's kosher for Passover)
Pinch of salt
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
3 egg whites
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350° F.
- Grind the almonds in a food processor, and pour them into a mixing bowl.
- Mix in the Sucanat, almond extract, salt, and lemon rind. Then stir in the egg whites. The dough will be thick, like wet sand.
- Use a spoon to place two-inch balls on a pan lined with a Silpat mat or parchment paper.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until dry and lightly brown on top.
Makes 20 cookies. Here's the nutritional info for one cookie:
Source: Calorie Count
Information
- Category
- Cookies, Desserts
- Yield
- 20 cookies
- Cook Time
- 20 mins
Nutrition
- Calories per serving
- 90
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