Naturally Sweet Holiday Dessert Recipes for a Guilt-Free Indulgence

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Coconut Macarons

These coconut macaroons are a delightful, naturally sweetened treat, perfect for any festive occasion. Easy to whip up and refined sugar-free, this recipe makes an elegant addition to any dessert table. Chewy, sweet, and irresistibly simple, they’ll be a hit with everyone!

Ingredients (for 18 servings):

• 2 ½ cups unsweetened shredded coconut
• ½ cup almond flour
• ? cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded coconut, almond flour, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until the ingredients come together to form a sticky dough.
3. Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, form the mixture into small mounds or balls, about 1 ½ inches in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
4. Bake for 18-20 min., or until the tops and edges are lightly golden. Keep a close eye toward the end of baking to avoid over-browning.
5. Remove from the oven and let the macaroons cool on the baking sheet for 5 min., then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. For added flair, drizzle melted dark chocolate over the cooled macaroons or dip the bottoms into chocolate before allowing them to set.