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Keto Coconut Macaroons

Keto Coconut Macaroons are delightful little cookies made with just three basic ingredients, shredded coconut, whipped egg whites, and sugar substitute. 

What’s great about coconut macaroons is that they are naturally gluten-free and nut-free. And when you swap the sugar for a sugar-substitute they can easily also become low in carbs and keto-friendly.

The best part is that these coconut macaroons (keto) are also really easy to make and they are quite low in net carbs. These little gems clock in at only 1 net carb per cookie.

This means that you can enjoy several low carb macaroons per day and stay within your keto macros easily. 

So if you’re looking for easy coconut keto cookies, then you come to the right place. Make sure you also visit our keto cookies page for more delicious options. 

Keto Coconut Macaroons

keto coconut macaroons

Keto coconut macaroons have the perfect balance of crunch from the toasted coconut and just the right amount of chewiness that the meringue provides.

Although some people prefer their coconut macaroons to be snowy white, I am partial to the lightly browned macaroons. This is because the flavor of coconut is further enhanced when allowed to toast.

If that’s not you, then simply take them out of the oven right before they begin to toast. This should be anywhere between the 10-15 minute mark. 

What’s The Difference Between Macaroons And Macarons? 

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Coconut macaroons should not be confused with macarons. Although both cookies use egg whites and share a very similar name, that’s where the similarities end. 

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Although both are gluten-free there preparation and flavor a vastly different. 

Macaroons are coconut-based cookies, while macarons are almond flour sandwich cookies. 

Macarons are those fancy little cookies that come in all sorts of lovely colors. Do you know the ones that come with a hefty price tag? It’s because they are temperamental cookies and not at all easy to make.

Both macaroons and macarons share French origins but one is quite finicky while the other is a breeze to make. 

What Are Keto Coconut Macaroons?

coconut macaroons keto on a baking sheet
coconut macaroons keto on a baking sheet

Thankfully, keto macaroons are not only quite delicious they are way easier to make than their high-carb versions.

In order to make these coconut keto cookies, you need only remember to use only unsweetened coconut in your recipe and sugar substitute instead of sweetened condensed milk like some traditional recipes use. 

keto coconut macaroons on baking rack
keto coconut macaroons on a baking rack

How To Make Keto Macaroons

To make this keto-friendly macaroon recipe is pretty straightforward. 

You’ll only need a few ingredients, one bowl and as a plus, the dough does not require any chilling.

Since these cookies require beaten egg whites, it’s vital that your egg whites be beaten until they have a medium-stiffed peak consistency. If you’re meringue moves when you tilt your bowl to one side, your egg whites are not stiff enough. 

Once your egg whites reach the perfect consistency, it’s key that you gently fold in your shredded coconut, and sugar substitute into the egg whites. Otherwise, your meringue will collapse. This, of course, is no bueno. 

What you are wanting is a light and airy batter that is not runny.  

Meringue Tips

If I have one piece of advice when trying to make a recipe that requires meringue, it would be to make sure no egg yolk gets mixed in with the whites.

The protein in the yolks will prevent the meringue to rise properly. So as long as you’ve learned to separate your eggs properly, you will win half the battle.

Besides making sure that no egg yolks make it into your egg whites, adding a little cream of tartar before mixing will further stabilize your meringue.

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Sugar Substitute Choices For Sugar-Free Macaroons

I have several sugar substitute options for you to choose from when it comes to making these keto macaroons.

Personally, I really like Lakanto Monk Fruit because the texture is as close to granulated sugar as it gets. Plus there is barely any aftertaste.

I’m also partial to the Swerve brand which is an erythritol blend. Although it does have a cooling aftertaste that some people dislike.  You could also use the stevia and erythritol-based brand Pyure for this recipe with great success.

Lastly, if you can’t easily find a more natural sugar substitute, you can also use Splenda with great success. It would have to be the one that has a bulking agent made for baking.

Flavor Variations

keto chocolate coconut macaroons on a white plate
keto chocolate coconut macaroons

This is a basic recipe however, you can certainly customize them by folding in some sugar-free chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or even drizzle, dunking them in some melted sugar-free chocolate chips. 

I melt 1/2 cup of Lily’s chocolate chips and stir in a teaspoon of solid coconut oil for the perfect keto chocolate coating!

Troubleshooting 

“Help my coconut macaroons are flat and spread. What did I do wrong?” This happens when you have either not beat the egg whites to the necessary medium-stiff peaks.

Or, when it came time to hold in the coconut flakes you were too zealous and overdid it.  

You want to make sure you are gently folding in the coconut flakes at this stage so that the meringue does not collapse. 

Overcoming My Fear Of Meringue

Do you know that for years I avoided any recipe that had a meringue component? I don’t know why I was so afraid of something as simple as beating egg whites. But I was.

It was my daughter, Michelle, that finally got me over this irrational fear. Silly huh? I think it was the idea of trashing a bunch of ingredients if I wasn’t able to get the meringue just right. That fear literally stopped me from even trying. 

Well, I’m happy to say that fear has been laid to rest. This is why I can now encourage the meringue challenged to not let egg whites intimidate you. 

Reflecting on my past fear of all things meringue-related makes me think of how many things I have not attempted because I was afraid to fail.

The truth is mistakes are inevitable. We can’t really accomplish anything meaningful if the fear of failure keeps us from even trying.

The willingness to fall flat on our faces is part of the growing process that leads to the reward of success. This only comes, however when we stay the course, no matter how challenging it is. Eventually, what we feared can be mastered as we continue to put forth our maximum effort.

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Keto coconut macaroons

Keto Coconut Macaroons

Yield: 24
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes

It's a recipe for keto coconut macaroons. These cookies are low in carbs, gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free and made with only three basic ingredients.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Separate your eggs carefully. Reserve the egg whites and store your egg yolks in the fridge for another recipe.
  3. Place your egg whites in a large bowl and beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on high with either a standup mixer or an electric beater.
  4. Beat the egg whites until medium stiff peaks form. Once the peaks form gently fold the sugar substitute by hand with a spatula. When folding it's vital to not over mix so that you do not not break the egg whites.
  5. Next fold in the grated unsweetened coconut flakes and almond extract.
  6. Drop the keto macaroons by teaspoonful onto parchment paper covered cookie sheet.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly brown. Allow to cool. Makes 2 dozen macaroons.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 38Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 6mgCarbohydrates: 2gNet Carbohydrates: 1gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 1.1g

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Tammy Culpen

Tuesday 30th of June 2020

These are wonderful. They are a little on the sweet side, however you can't really complain about that. I did use the liquid egg whites and they turned out perfect. This is the first time ever to make anything meringue and it turned out. I really appreciate that you share your faith and also give a shout out for the Holy Spirit. God bless you both.

Donna

Saturday 7th of October 2023

@Hilda Solares, these were so very delicious!! For 1carb it satisfied my need for something sweet! Yummy!

Donna

Saturday 7th of October 2023

@Hilda Solares,

Hilda Solares

Wednesday 1st of July 2020

Hi Tammy, Thanks for stopping by to encourage us with your comments. May the Lord continue to guide you into all truth.

Fern Bryan

Thursday 20th of February 2020

Can you freeze these, like you can freeze the ones with sugar?

Hilda Solares

Saturday 22nd of February 2020

Feel free to freeze thede Fern.

Amy

Friday 13th of December 2019

I made these with 6 tbsp of stevia. Turned out great. Thank you.

Irene Bircher

Tuesday 24th of March 2020

Can I use liquid egg whites for this recipe? My husband loves anything coconut! I have a carton of the liquid egg whites, I would rather use it than separate eggs. Thank you, God bless!

Hilda Solares

Monday 16th of December 2019

Glad you enjoyed it Amy!

Susan S

Tuesday 30th of April 2019

I think one cup of sugar was a little too much....I used swerve granular. ...still yummy but next time a little less sugar. Thanks for the recipe, coconut is my favorite.

Hilda Solares

Wednesday 1st of May 2019

Hi Susan, feel free to reduce the sugar to your preference. The longer you do keto the less your body wants the sweets so it's possible that's what's happening with you.

trent

Friday 19th of April 2019

I made these tonight, but I didn't have the cream of tartar or almond extract (I substituted vanilla). They turned out great anyway! Fantastic recipe! Thank You!

Hilda Solares

Monday 22nd of April 2019

Wonderful to hear Trent!

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