I baked this Vegan Lemon Macaroons for my friend’s dinner party last weekend. The lemon made them zesty and chewy, and my book club liked them.
Made with simple, plant-based ingredients, these macaroons provide a satisfying sweet treat that everyone can enjoy. They are gluten-free and naturally sweetened, catering well to various dietary needs.
Delicious Vegan Lemon Macaroons Recipe
These macaroons are light and chewy, infused with zesty lemon juice and zest. The recipe takes about 25 minutes from start to finish and serves approximately 12 cookies.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the shredded coconut, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix together the maple syrup, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until fully incorporated.
- Form the Macaroons: Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form the mixture into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool: Allow the macaroons to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 macaroons
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
I store the macaroons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. The stay zesty, and I let macaroons come to room temperature before serving.
