Chocolate Almond Macaroons

Macaroons are often confused with macarons, but they are actually two different types of cookies. Macaroons are made with coconut or almond flour, while macarons are made with almond flour and filled with various flavored fillings.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Chocolate Almond Macaroons

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Almond flour
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Cocoa powder
• 3 large Egg whites
• ¹⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Almond extract
• ¹⁄₄ pinch Salt
• ¹⁄₄ cup Sliced almonds

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy. Gradually add granulated sugar, almond extract, and salt. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.
4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg white mixture until well combined.
5. Spoon the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming small mounds.
6. Top each macaroon with a few sliced almonds.
7. Bake for 15 minutes or until the macaroons are set.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
9. Transfer the macaroons to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 17g6%

Sugars 14g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.