Gluten Free, Raw, Vegan, Vanilla/Blonde Macaroons {Kinda like Hail Merry}


I love, LOVE my chocolate macaroon recipe. We make them often, especially during the summer months. When a  friend asked me to try making the "blonde" {vanilla} version, I couldn't turn her down. I'm really pleased with the way these turned out, but I confess--I prefer the chocolate variety. Probably because I never say no to chocolate.

And to be fair, I've never eaten a Hail Merry Blonde Macaroon. This is simply me taking my chocolate macaroon recipe, and vanilla-izing it.

Finally, wouldn't these be yummy with a bit of chocolate drizzled over the top? Or perhaps with some mini chocolate chips stirred into the mixture, before the macaroons are formed?

You'll Need:
1 {heaping} Cup Shredded Coconut
1/4 Cup Coconut Oil
6 Tbsp. Almond Meal
2 Tbsp. Maple Syrup* {the real stuff!!}
1/2 tsp. Vanilla

To Make:
Add coconut to your food processor, cover, and pulse several times to further break up the coconut.
Add the remaining ingredients, cover, and run the processor again to mix completely. Scrape down the sides if necessary.Working quickly {coconut oil melts very rapidly in your hands!}, roll the mixture into small balls and place in a dish lined with parchment paper. Better yet, use a small scoop to measure equally sized portions, depositing them directly on the dish.Refrigerate immediately, allowing the macaroons to set up, then cover and store in your fridge or freezer.Makes 10-15 macaroons, depending on size.

*I had sweetened coconut on hand, and that is what went into this recipe. You may wish to add a touch more maple syrup or agave to your recipe if you're using unsweetened coconut.

17 comments:

  1. Just found you via Diet, Dessert and Dogs - beautiful, delicious stuff you've got here! I can't wait to try these macaroons. (I have all the ingredients on hand! I love when that happens.)

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  2. Is almond meal the same as almond flour?

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    1. Thanks you so....much :) My kids love these more then from the store!!!

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  3. I just made these and they are delicious!!!

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  4. I just made these by using oat flour they turned out great, I doubled the vanalla, YUM

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  5. Do you melt the coconut oil before mixing with other ingredients, or use in solid form?

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    1. Hi Nicky! The melting point for coconut oil is so low, that it'll soften a bit simply from the friction of the blender or processor. I take it straight from the jar, to measuring cup, to the food processor bowl.

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  6. I made these about an hour ago. . . and now they're all gone. :( I mean :). I mean, did I just eat all of those???

    Actually, I had help, but all the same I COULD have eaten them all myself, and now I'm afraid ever to make them when I'm home alone. They're that good. WHY have you done this to me???

    Thank you for the awesome recipe!

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  7. Hi there!
    How long do you dehydrate? I have a dehydrator and would like to use it.
    Thanks!
    Paula

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  8. I just wanted to say thank you. The amount of time and effort comes through and I have written down a few recipes to try. I am also saving this site in my favorites to refer back to for more recipes and some good reading when I have more time. I am always amazed when I come accross wondeful people who make the world a better place. You have made the world a better place with your efforts and I appreciate you. Shelly A. Boudreau :)

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    1. How sweet are you! Thank you for taking the time to say hello :)

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  9. Yay so excited to try these! I do have a question though. I thought the Hail Merry macaroons are dehydrated. Is it not necessary to do that? Thanks!!!

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    1. You're right. Hail Merry does dehydrate their treats! These aren't dehydrated, but you could certainly give dehydration a try with a batch.

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  10. Wow! These were incredibly easy and delicious! Also - noted that there is no salt, so wonderful for my father, who suffers from high blood pressure and has been told to avoid salt. (and sweets as well, but he can only follow one rule at a time :)

    Thank you! As this is a much more affordable option.

    Tamara

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  11. Has someone made this recipe without a food processor? If so, how? I don't own a food processor.

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