GLUTEN-FREE MACAROONS

Gluten-Free Macaroons image

Provided by Stephsfanny

Categories Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 20 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
2 1/2 cups stevia
1/2 cup almond flour
1/4 cup coconut flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups unsweetened dried shredded coconut
1/2 cup sugar-free chocolate chips
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

Whip egg whites, vanilla, almond extract, cream of tartar, and Xanthan gum until soft peaks form.
Gradually beat in Stevia or Splenda sweetener, and whip until stiff peaks form.
In a separate bowl, mix almond flour, coconut flour, salt, and shredded coconut.
Fold egg whites mixture into flour/coconut mixture.
Spoon tablespoon mounds onto parchment paper lined baking sheet.
Bake at 300 degrees for 18-20 minutes (or until slightly browned on edges).
Microwave chocolate chips and olive oil for 20 seconds at a time, stirring between, until melted and smooth.
Drizzle melted chocolate over the top of the macaroons.