Carrot Cake Macaroons with Maple-Cream Cheese Glaze

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Carrot Cake Macaroons with Maple-Cream Cheese Glaze
50 min.
40
70kcal

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Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic dessert with our Carrot Cake Macaroons topped with a luscious Maple-Cream Cheese Glaze. These scrumptious treats are not only vegetarian and gluten-free, but they also bring the warm, comforting flavors of carrot cake into a bite-sized form that’s perfect for any occasion. With a preparation time of just 50 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 40 macaroons that are sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine the sweet aroma of toasted coconut mingling with the spices of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg as you bake these golden delights. Each macaroon is a soft, chewy morsel filled with finely grated carrots and crunchy toasted walnuts, creating a delightful texture that will have everyone coming back for more. The pièce de résistance is the creamy maple glaze that drizzles beautifully over each macaroon, adding a touch of sweetness and a hint of maple flavor that perfectly complements the carrot cake essence.

Whether you’re hosting a gathering, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, these Carrot Cake Macaroons are the perfect dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth. They are not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor, making them a standout addition to your dessert repertoire. Get ready to enjoy a delightful fusion of flavors that will leave you and your guests craving more!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup carrots finely grated
  • 2.5 cups coconut flakes flaked lightly toasted
  • oz cream cheese softened (half of 8-oz package)
  •  egg whites 
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.1 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • tablespoon maple syrup 
  • tablespoons milk 
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 
  • Dash salt 
  • 0.3 cup walnut pieces toasted chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Line 2 cookie sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper.
  2. In large bowl, beat egg whites and salt with whisk until mixture turns white and begins to stiffen. Beat in one-third granulated sugar at a time until mixture is very stiff. Fold in remaining macaroon ingredients (do not stir vigorously or egg whites will lose their stiffness).
  3. Spoon teaspoonfuls of mixture about 1 to 2 inches apart onto cookie sheets.
  4. Bake 20 minutes or until golden brown (insides should be soft but outsides should be just firm). Cool completely before removing from cookie sheets.
  5. While macaroons are cooling, in medium bowl, beat cream cheese, milk, syrup and powdered sugar with whisk until no longer lumpy, adding more powdered sugar or milk to reach drizzling consistency. If desired, pour glaze into decorating bag.
  6. Pipe glaze onto cooled macaroons, or use spoon to drizzle glaze over macaroons.
  7. Let glaze set before serving or storing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories70kcal
Protein5.66%
Fat60.67%
Carbs33.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.84
Glycemic Load
1.99
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.800869550394%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:69.83kcal
3.49%
Fat:4.94g
7.6%
Saturated Fat:3.68g
23.01%
Carbohydrates:6.17g
2.06%
Net Carbohydrates:5.15g
1.87%
Sugar:4.93g
5.48%
Cholesterol:3mg
1%
Sodium:18.48mg
0.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.04g
2.07%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.57%
Vitamin A:307.65IU
6.15%
Fiber:1.02g
4.07%
Copper:0.06mg
2.83%
Selenium:1.93µg
2.75%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.1%
Phosphorus:18.77mg
1.88%
Magnesium:7.08mg
1.77%
Potassium:49.5mg
1.41%
Iron:0.22mg
1.25%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.24%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.06%