Angel Macaroons

Dairy Free
Angel Macaroons
60 min.
48
72kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Angel Macaroons, a perfect dairy-free dessert that will impress your family and friends! With a light and airy texture, these macaroons are not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying. The combination of almond extract and flaked coconut creates a heavenly flavor that transports you to a tropical paradise with every bite.

Ready in just 60 minutes, this recipe yields 48 scrumptious servings, making it an ideal treat for gatherings, parties, or simply to enjoy at home. Each macaroon is a mere 72 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. The process begins with a simple mix of a Betty White angel food cake mix, which provides the perfect base for these delightful cookies.

What sets these macaroons apart is the rich chocolate glaze that adds a touch of decadence. Made with unsweetened cocoa and a hint of butter, this glaze drizzles beautifully over the light coconut cookies, creating a stunning contrast that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these Angel Macaroons are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a batch of these irresistible treats!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon almond extract 
  • box angel food cake mix white
  • teaspoons butter 
  • oz coconut flakes flaked (2 cups)
  • 0.7 cup powdered sugar 
  • tablespoon cocoa powder unsweetened
  • teaspoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.5 cup water 
  • teaspoons water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Cover cookie sheets with cooking parchment paper or foil. In large (4-quart) glass or metal bowl, beat cake mix, 1/2 cup water and the almond extract with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. On medium speed, beat 1 minute, scraping bowl occasionally. Fold in coconut.
  2. Drop half of the mixture by teaspoonfuls about 3 inches apart onto lined cookie sheets.
  3. Bake 7 to 9 minutes or until light golden brown around edges. Cool macaroons completely before removing from parchment paper.
  4. Meanwhile, stir 1 tablespoon cocoa into remaining mixture.
  5. Bake and cool as directed above.
  6. In 1-quart saucepan, heat butter, 4 teaspoons cocoa and 4 teaspoons water over low heat, stirring constantly, until butter is melted. Stir in powdered sugar.
  7. Drizzle small amount of glaze over each cookie.

Nutrition Facts

Calories72kcal
Protein4.97%
Fat36.76%
Carbs58.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.3265217256773%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.37mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:71.97kcal
3.6%
Fat:3.05g
4.7%
Saturated Fat:2.46g
15.35%
Carbohydrates:10.89g
3.63%
Net Carbohydrates:10.1g
3.67%
Sugar:7.74g
8.6%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:83.26mg
3.62%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.19%
100%
Protein:0.93g
1.86%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.72%
Phosphorus:41.8mg
4.18%
Fiber:0.79g
3.16%
Selenium:1.99µg
2.84%
Copper:0.05mg
2.48%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.78%
Calcium:15.99mg
1.6%
Magnesium:5.75mg
1.44%
Folate:4.4µg
1.1%
Iron:0.19mg
1.06%