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March 22, 2011

Coconut Pecan Macaroons with Chocolate Ganache Centers (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

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I have to confess, I am not that much of a tea drinker. Don’t me wrong, I like tea, I like it a lot. But when it comes to my hot drink for the morning, I am a coffee drinker, through and through. I consider tea a midday or afternoon drink. The problem is, any caffeine after about 1pm and I don’t sleep well. With three kids, sleep is at a premium and I don’t want to do anything to mess with it. So tea ends up relegated to that occassional afternoon when I need a pick me up and am willing to suffer the consequences.

The funny thing is that I adore the idea of afternoon tea time. I adore it, and could easily picture myself sipping tea and nibbling scones and other treats, a la Enid Blighton or Jane Austen. So when Foodbuzz, the food ad network of which I am a part, proposed a Tea Party Takeover on March 25th in support of the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, I couldn’t help but sit up and take notice. The “takeover” is Foodbuzz’s Top 9, in which they highlight the Top 9 posts of the day. As much as I like to be included in the Top 9, and have been fortunate to be featured there quite a few times, I have to confess that wasn’t my real motivation. No, no, my real motivation was the fact that it was Tea Time with Kelly Ripa and Electrolux. Really, how could I go wrong, creating a tea party recipe for Kelly Confidential and Electrolux, and Foodbuzz, who will donate $50 for every tea party recipe created by Foodbuzz Featured Publishers? Every woman should be concerned with ovarian cancer, it is a disease that strikes so many women all over the world. Anything I can do to help promote the cause is fine by me – and you can do your part too, by visiting Kelly Confidential and picking out your perfect “Tea Party outfit”

The obvious thing would have been for me to create a recipe for scones, for which I have a lasting love. Scones and clotted cream are the ultimate tea time treat, in my opinion, but tea parties are associated with any number of sweet finger foods. As I happened to have three egg whites in my fridge calling my name, I decided that scones could wait and that I needed to make something with these egg whites. Waste not, want not, after all. And egg whites, being naturally low carb, are a good ingredient for a diabetic tea party. Why not? Diabetics deserve tea parties too. So I cast around for some ideas and finally hit upon macaroons. Not the infamous macarons, of which I have yet to work up the courage to try. But good, old fashioned, coconut macaroons. With a twist.

I suppose I could have just done regular macaroons. But this is supposed to be a party, and when it comes to parties, I let it all hang out. In fact, I usually go overboard. So when I conceived of this recipe, I instantly started scheming on how it could be jazzed up to be more decadent and thus more party-worthy. And so, macaroon nests with a center of chocolate ganache came to mind. I did consider something lighter, like lemon filling, as I had just made some Meyer Lemon curd a few days ago. But lemon curd isn’t really lighter, being made with all sorts of egg yolks and butter, it just seems that way. And I felt that chocolate ganache would stand up better to the intensity of both the pecans and the coconut. Besides, it’s chocolate, and everyone likes chocolate. Even, or perhaps especially, at tea-time.

Pecan Coconut Macaroons with Chocolate Ganache

3 large egg whites
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 vanilla extract
1/8 tsp cream of tartar
3/4 cup granulated erythritol (or granulated sugar)
1 tbsp agave nectar
1 1/4 cup unsweetened, shredded coconut
1/2 cup finely ground pecans
3 tbsp butter
1 85% cacao Lindt bar, chopped (or 3.5 oz chocolate of your choice)

Preheat the oven to 325F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, whip egg whites with salt, vanilla and cream of tarter until they are frothy. With the beater running, slowly add erythritol or sugar and agave nectar and keep beating until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in coconut and ground pecans.

Drop by small spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets. Use the spoon to create a well in the center of each macaroon and build up the sides. Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Turn off oven and prop open the door with a wooden spoon and let the macaroons cool in oven for about an hour.

In a small metal or ceramic bowl set over a pot of gently simmering water, melt butter and chocolate together. Stir until smooth. Drop spoonfuls of melted chocolate into the center of each macaroon. Let cool until set.

Makes 24 cookies. Each cookie has a total of 9.2g of carbs, but only 3.2 if you subtract erythritol.

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Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.

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  1. Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen says

    March 23, 2011 at 11:55 am

    Chocolate and coconut are a beautiful pairing, especially for a tea time treat. I think tea time should be mandatory, we should all get a nice break in the afternoon.

    Reply
  2. Blog is the New Black says

    March 23, 2011 at 11:57 am

    LOVE macaroons! 🙂

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  3. Ali says

    March 23, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    Your cookies look delicious! I'm not much of a hot tea drinker either. I'll defintely take a tall glass of iced tea in the warmer months though!

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  4. Torviewtoronto says

    March 23, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    wonderful looking macaroons i like the chocolate in the center

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  5. Umm Mymoonah says

    March 23, 2011 at 12:04 pm

    If it's a low carb and delicious macroon like this, I'll definitely enjoy my afternoon tea a lot. Lovely macroons

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  6. Corina says

    March 23, 2011 at 12:12 pm

    I would love these with a nice strong coffee – I'm not a tea drinker either!

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  7. Chef Dennis says

    March 23, 2011 at 12:25 pm

    I would love to try a few of those wonderful macaroons, the chocolate ganache center turned them into legendary cookies!

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  8. Joy, The Herbed Kitchen says

    March 23, 2011 at 12:35 pm

    A beautiful recipe to go with a great cause. It always amazes me how you can make such scrumptious low car and gluten free food! you have a talent. The lemon curd would have been great but I agree, there is something especially decadent about an afternoon tea with chocolate.

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  9. Anonymous says

    March 23, 2011 at 12:55 pm

    I am having my morning tea right now and I want to reach into the screen and grab one of those to dunk in it! 🙂

    -RavieNomNoms

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  10. Pretend Chef says

    March 23, 2011 at 1:07 pm

    I am happy that you went with the chocolate center. That makes me happy! I am a coffee drinker in the morning and only seem to drink tea when I am sick. Water for me! You did a great job with this recipe for the tea party! Yummy!

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  11. Magnolia says

    March 23, 2011 at 1:31 pm

    This is so yummy. Thank you very much for sharing!

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  12. Joy says

    March 23, 2011 at 1:31 pm

    Those looks wonderful.

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  13. Sandra says

    March 23, 2011 at 1:32 pm

    You done yet another fabulous recipe! Love how this turned out! They looks so delicious!And of course fantastic cause

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  14. Lindsey @ Gingerbread Bagels says

    March 23, 2011 at 1:34 pm

    I'm so happy to see that you made a recipe for the Tea Party! I consider tea to be an afternoon drink too and prefer coffee in the morning. 🙂
    Your macaroons look perfect! I love the chocolate ganache centers. I wish I had one right now!

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  15. Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says

    March 23, 2011 at 1:51 pm

    Would love to try one of these!

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  16. A Thought For Food says

    March 23, 2011 at 2:05 pm

    I'm a macaroon nut. I've had plenty of mediocre ones… but when their homemade like these, they're just fantastic! Can't wait to make some of my own.

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  17. Babs says

    March 23, 2011 at 2:49 pm

    I am going to try these out! However, I do not do coconut and pecans are nearly impossible to find in Germany supermarkets. So, think I will sub GF oats for the coconut and ground almonds for the pecans – can't wait to see if they turn out!

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  18. Cake Duchess says

    March 23, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    These macaroons look just wonderful Carolyn!I'm more of an espresso kind of person. Every once in a while…a good hot cup of tea is very relaxing. I did my post today too…such a wonderful cause!

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  19. Alison @ Ingredients, Inc. says

    March 23, 2011 at 3:01 pm

    Love these and perfect for Passover

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  20. Harley says

    March 23, 2011 at 3:45 pm

    I can't wait to make these!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    love,
    harley

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  21. Anna says

    March 23, 2011 at 4:33 pm

    Those look divine and I will be trying them. Just started following your blog, and started a blog myself as a fellow foodie!

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  22. [email protected] says

    March 23, 2011 at 4:45 pm

    So tempting, you might even get a coconut-phobic like me to try one.

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  23. Lick My Spoon says

    March 23, 2011 at 4:45 pm

    am i the only odd one that hates tea AND coffee….AND macaroons!!! but your flavours do sound awesome so id be willing to giove these a try!

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  24. Karen says

    March 23, 2011 at 5:32 pm

    These sound heavenly. Love the departure from the standard macaroon! I wish I'd had this to finish off my tea party. Would have been the perfect ending!

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  25. Lindsey says

    March 23, 2011 at 6:43 pm

    These look delightful! What a wonderful recipe to support a great cause!

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  26. Katrina says

    March 23, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    Carolyn these are simply stunning. I really love them! ♥- Katrina

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  27. Becky says

    March 23, 2011 at 8:38 pm

    I like the chocolate centers of these macaroon, but I like lemon, too. I would like one of each:) You could try herbal tea, which doesn't have any caffeine, and many different flavors. I like the brand Celestial Seasonings from Boulder, CO.

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  28. Julia says

    March 23, 2011 at 8:59 pm

    The cookies look so yummy, with a glass of cold milk! Not much of a hot tea drinker myself but I can sure down a gallon of the unsweetened stuff.

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  29. MikeVFMK says

    March 23, 2011 at 9:04 pm

    I love macaroons and chocolate ganache looks amazing with it! I could use a few with my tea right now.

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  30. She's Cookin' says

    March 23, 2011 at 9:14 pm

    I adore macaroons! Add pecans and a chocolate ganache center and the fact that they're low carb – perfection. Wonderful tea party entry for a great cause!

    Reply
  31. Feast on the Cheap says

    March 23, 2011 at 9:15 pm

    I'm with Julia, these are calling out for a glass of cold milk! They look wonderful – like a homemade Samoa almost

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  32. A SPICY PERSPECTIVE says

    March 23, 2011 at 9:36 pm

    Carolyn, coconut macaroons are my FAVORITE. The the chocolate on tip makes them that much more irresistible. AWESOME.

    Reply
  33. Maria says

    March 23, 2011 at 10:20 pm

    The cookies look wonderful!

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  34. Kate @ Diethood.com says

    March 23, 2011 at 11:16 pm

    oh my my my … chocolate ganache on a coconut macaroon… that is incredible!

    Tea time for me is after 3 pm… just as you, I have trouble sleeping if I have coffee in the afternoon so if I need to sip on something, I turn to my green tea.

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  35. Lynn @ I'll Have What She's Having says

    March 24, 2011 at 12:22 am

    Gorgeous macaroons! Great recipe for a great cause !

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  36. [email protected] says

    March 24, 2011 at 2:24 am

    Delicious cookies!

    Reply
  37. kita says

    March 24, 2011 at 2:35 am

    What a pretty cookie for a tea party. I love the ganache centers.

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  38. All That's Left Are The Crumbs says

    March 24, 2011 at 5:43 am

    I grew up as a tea drinker but I definitely prefer coffee now. These macaroons would be perfect with one right now.

    Reply
  39. Suchi says

    March 24, 2011 at 7:39 am

    with the chocolate in the center it looks super sumptuous!

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  40. Sommer J says

    March 24, 2011 at 10:24 am

    These look gorgeous, Carolyn! I love all the flavors used here! THe photos look incredible! I want to take a few right from the screen! 🙂

    Reply
  41. Fresh and Foodie says

    March 24, 2011 at 11:59 am

    Yum! I love macaroons and especially love the idea of chocolate ganache centers. Why not, right? Great recipe!

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  42. marla says

    March 24, 2011 at 12:43 pm

    These cookies look awesome, but I will be drinking coffee with you at the tea party. Always my preference 🙂

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  43. Beloved Green says

    March 24, 2011 at 3:32 pm

    How perfect would these be for an afternoon snack!

    Reply
  44. Susi's Kochen und Backen says

    March 24, 2011 at 4:33 pm

    While I do like a good cup of tea, my first love is coffee :o) Tea is many times reserved for when I don't feel well. Your macaroons with the chocolate ganache look mouthwatering delicious!

    Reply
  45. Meagan @ Scarletta Bakes says

    March 24, 2011 at 5:49 pm

    These are just lovely.

    Thank you so much for sharing this recipe – I can't wait to give it a try!

    Reply
  46. Toyin O. says

    March 24, 2011 at 9:56 pm

    That looks so yummy, thanks for sharing:)

    Reply
  47. A little bit of everything says

    March 24, 2011 at 11:43 pm

    I'd love to be invited at your tea party and enjoy these macaroons. They look great. Love the chocolate on top.

    Reply
  48. Foodiva says

    March 25, 2011 at 12:34 am

    I could easily see myself having tea with you and finishing off these macaroons on one lovely, slow-paced (no kids) afternoon. Everything you make look so deceptively sinful, but they're not! You don't know what a savior you are for people like me… :-).

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  49. Jay says

    March 25, 2011 at 1:48 am

    Awesome..you do have a variety collection of recipes..
    first time here..like your space very much..I appreciate you for your wonderful presentation..
    glad to follow u…
    do stop by mine sometime..:)
    Tasty Appetite

    Reply
  50. briarrose says

    March 25, 2011 at 2:25 pm

    I love the chocolate center…a perfect cookie.

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  51. savoringeverybite says

    March 25, 2011 at 2:32 pm

    Oh boy…coconut and chocolate, how heavenly! I love your gluten free treats and this one is really easy based on normal pantry items!

    Reply
    • Jo says

      December 8, 2012 at 7:44 am

      Lindt chocolate is not gluten free – could contain wheat and or barley products!!!

      Reply
  52. Ang says

    March 25, 2011 at 4:53 pm

    My mouth is always watering by the time I get done reading your detailed posts. 🙂 Yum, for these treats.

    BTW, I have an AWARD for you at my home place. 🙂

    Reply
  53. Magic of Spice says

    March 26, 2011 at 4:19 pm

    I like tea as well, but never as a substitute for coffee 🙂 These look fantastic!

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  54. Jenné @ Sweet Potato Soul says

    March 26, 2011 at 10:43 pm

    These look and sound fantastic! I love macaroons, and pecans! I recently posted a recipe for vegan walnut macaroons on my blog; and I often make them using pecans instead. I love the buttery flavor they impart; and with chocolate, even better!

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  55. Claudie says

    March 27, 2011 at 10:15 pm

    Lemon curd might be an interesting choice, but I'm glad you chose chocolate ganache because, just like you said, everyone likes chocolate, and I especially like chocolate 😉 Moreover, coconut and chocolate just go together ;))
    Anyway, lovely recipe!

    Reply
  56. Erin says

    March 28, 2011 at 3:48 pm

    I love how many gluten free recipes you make. And they all look so amazing! I'm sending your link to my niece and friend who are both gluten free. They will be so excited!

    Reply
  57. Rachel C - thinladysings says

    April 6, 2011 at 6:05 pm

    Fantastic! Oh good, I never know what to do with my leftover egg whites when using yolk recipes.. and this recipe is right up my alley! Can't wait to try it!!

    Reply
  58. Dee Gee says

    March 29, 2015 at 8:18 am

    Can I substitue the Agave Nectar for something else I might have on hand? ‘Hate to go out and buy a special ingredient for just one tablespoon. Thanks

    Reply
  59. Emily says

    January 23, 2017 at 8:37 pm

    I am wondering about the agave replacement as well…. something that would work for THM? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Carolyn says

      January 23, 2017 at 10:36 pm

      This is a really old recipe. I’d say you can skip it.

      Reply

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