Almond Macaroons | Gluten-Free Recipe | Almond Cookies | Almond Flour Recipes

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

egg whites

🥗Healthier: aquafaba

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Aquafaba is a vegan alternative that mimics egg whites.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: erythritol

💰Cheaper: cornstarch + sugar

Erythritol is a low-calorie sweetener.

almonds

🥗Healthier: ground almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Ground almonds are easier to blend, and sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a bowl add almond flour, semolina, and sugar. Mix well.

In a mixing bowl, add egg whites and whisk until they form soft peaks.

Gently fold the flour mixture into the egg whites.

Scoop 1 1/2 or 2 tablespoon size of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and smooth to form a circle with the back of the spoon.

Place an almond in the center of each.

Bake for 22 - 25 minutes until pale golden brown.

Let macaroons cool on the baking pan for 5 minutes.

Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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