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    Home » Keto Cookies » Keto Cranberry Almond Macaroons

    Published: Dec 22, 2021 by Carolyn

    Keto Cranberry Almond Macaroons

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    Sweet and tender keto macaroons, chock full of coconut, almonds, and sugar-free dried cranberries. Dip them in some low carb chocolate for a delicious and easy keto dessert!

    A stack of keto macaroons in front of a bowl of sugar-free dried cranberries.

    This keto macaroon recipe is my low carb, sugar-free take on the famous cookies from Au Bon Pain. They’re perfectly chewy and sweet, and dipped in dark chocolate, just like the original. But with only 3.4g of carbs per serving.

    When I first moved to Boston for work, I frequented Au Bon Pain quite regularly and I had a weak spot for their cookies. I shudder to think how much sugar they contained.

    So I had to try my hand at making keto coconut macaroons that could live up to the sweet and chewy treats in my memory.

    I first published this recipe in 2012. It was really good back then but now I’ve made it even easier to make!

    Keto macaroons with cranberries and almonds on a baking sheet.

    Keto Coconut Macaroons

    Macaroons are an ideal recipe to convert to keto, as they are already completely gluten-free. Classic macaroons usually take egg whites, sugar or sweetened condensed milk, and plenty of shredded coconut. That’s about it.

    When I first created my own keto macaroons, I went through the process of making my sugar-free condensed milk. Then I realized I needn’t go that far, that I could simply heat the cream and add sweetener and a little thickener to get the same consistency.

    And they have that perfect chewy coconut macaroon texture!

    Ingredients

    Keto macaroons take only a handful of basic ingredients:

    • Heavy whipping cream – It also works with coconut cream
    • Powdered sweetener – I recommend Swerve Confectioners
    • Extract of choice – vanilla, almond, or coconut
    • Xanthan gum – to thicken the cream and help bind everything
    • Egg whites
    • Salt

    Now if you want to get fancy and make my Copycat Au Bon Pain version, you can add:

    • Sugar-free dried cranberries
    • Sliced almonds
    • Sugar-free dark chocolate (I love using ChocZero)
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    Dipping a keto macaroon into sugar-free chocolate.

    How to make chewy keto macaroons

    1. Simmer the cream. This takes the place of sweetened condensed milk, and you don’t need to simmer it too much. About 5 minutes will do to help it thicken.
    2. Stir in the sweetener, extract, and xanthan gum. I recommend a powdered erythritol sweetener here to avoid grittiness. The xanthan gum helps thicken the cream and gives the cookies more of that chewy quality.
    3. Fold in the coconut.
    4. Beat the egg whites until they hold stiff peaks. Then fold in the coconut mixture.
    5. Stir in the cranberries and almonds, if using.
    6. Bake until just golden. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
    7. Dip in melted chocolate! I like to melt my keto chocolate with a bit of cocoa butter to thin it out, but you can also use a bit of coconut oil.
    Chocolate dipped keto macaroons on a white plate over a maroon and gold patterned napkin.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is there a way to make these dairy-free?

    Yes! I have made similar keto macaroons with coconut cream in place of the heavy cream and it works perfectly.

    Can I use a different sweetener?

    I have only made these keto macaroons with Swerve Confectioners so I can’t guarantee the results with other sweeteners. My concern is that allulose or BochaSweet would make them too soft and they wouldn’t cook through properly. But if you do try, please let me know the results!

    Where do you get sugar-free dried cranberries?

    You make them! Trust me, it’s easy. You can purchase unsweetened dried cranberries on Amazon but they are expensive and, since they have no sweetener at all, they aren’t as tasty.

    How do you store keto macaroons?

    These cookies should be fine on the counter for up to 5 days, or stored in the fridge for 10 days. They can also be frozen for up to 2 months.

    Keto macaroons freshly dipped in chocolate.

    More keto coconut recipes

    • Keto Coconut Cream Pie
    • Creamy Keto Coconut Flan
    • Dairy-Free Keto Chocolate Fudge
    • Keto Coconut Cheesecake
    • Keto Coconut Cake

     

    A stack of keto macaroons in front of a bowl of sugar-free dried cranberries.

    Keto Cranberry Almond Macaroons

    Sweet and tender keto macaroons, chock full of coconut, almonds, and sugar-free dried cranberries. Dip them in some low carb chocolate for a delicious and easy keto dessert! 
    4.78 from 9 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Dessert
    Keyword: keto macaroons
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 18 minutes
    Total Time: 33 minutes
    Servings: 16 cookies
    Calories: 160kcal

    Ingredients

    Macaroons

    • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
    • ½ cup powdered Swerve Sweetener
    • 1 teaspoon almond extract (or vanilla extract)
    • ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum
    • 2 cups shredded coconut unsweetened
    • 2 large egg whites
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup Sugar-Free Dried Cranberries chopped
    • ½ cup sliced almonds

    Chocolate Dip

    • 2 ½ ounces dark chocolate chips, sugar-free chopped
    • ½ ounce cocoa butter (or 2 teaspoon coconut oil)
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    Instructions

    For the macaroons:

    • Preheat the oven to 325F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring the heavy cream to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook until reduced and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
    • Whisk in the sweetener and almond extract. Sprinkle the surface with xanthan gum and whisk vigorously to combine. Stir in the shredded coconut and set aside.
    • In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with the salt until they hold stiff peaks. Gently fold in the coconut mixture until well combined. Gently stir in the cranberries and almonds.
    • Drop by rounded teaspoons onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, until just barely browned around the edges and just firm to the touch. Remove and let cool completely on the pan.

    Chocolate Dip

    • In a heatproof bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water, melt the chocolate and cocoa butter together until smooth.
    • Dip each macaroon halfway into the chocolate and set on a waxed paper line baking sheet. Refrigerate until set, about 20 minutes.
    Nutrition Facts
    Keto Cranberry Almond Macaroons
    Amount Per Serving (1 macaroon)
    Calories 160 Calories from Fat 134
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 14.9g23%
    Carbohydrates 6.2g2%
    Fiber 2.8g11%
    Protein 2.5g5%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Nutritional Disclaimer

    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. Charmaine says

      February 06, 2023 at 7:28 pm

      5 stars
      My husband, daughter, and I all loved these.

      Reply
    2. Cheryl says

      December 01, 2022 at 3:16 pm

      5 stars
      I made these as my husband is a coconut-nut????. ever since I had covid in Aug my taste buds aren’t reliable. I made these and apparently they weren’t sweet enuff. when they were ready to eat my husband said they’d be better if they were sweeter. So I did the only thing I could do, I dumped them in a saucepan and melted them added a little heavy cream and more sweetener, 2oz of unsweetened chocolate, more coconut and sliced almonds to thicken batter. dropped on wax paper. ???? he said they reminded him of a soft chocolate oatmeal cookie..

      Reply
    3. Sharon says

      November 08, 2022 at 12:55 pm

      Are theseGluten Free?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        November 08, 2022 at 3:58 pm

        Yes. Just make sure your chocolate is entirely GF.

        Reply
    4. Linda says

      July 23, 2022 at 6:11 am

      4 stars
      Easy to make. More candy-like than cookie, but very tasty.

      Reply
    5. Crystal says

      January 30, 2022 at 11:50 am

      5 stars
      Made these today and they were delicious and super easy. Made them with coconut cream instead of heavy cream.

      Reply
    6. Jen says

      January 18, 2022 at 10:13 pm

      5 stars
      These macaroons are absolutely addicting! I want to eat them all myself, so yummy!

      Reply
    7. Stephanie says

      January 18, 2022 at 6:49 pm

      5 stars
      I can’t believe something so delicious is also Keto friendly! The cranberries and the chocolate are the best!

      Reply
    8. Kristyn says

      January 18, 2022 at 5:52 pm

      5 stars
      Ok, these are amazing & the fact that they are dipped in chocolate, takes them to a whole new level!

      Reply
    9. Dakota Miller says

      January 04, 2022 at 4:12 am

      4 stars
      You had me with the word “keto”. This was heavenly, Carolyn! I did a test run yesterday and I can’t wait to share it with my friend later for our Post-New Year get-together. I love how chewy it turned out. I used my favorite dark chocolate to complete the dessert. Would you recommend a particular keto chocolate for this recipe? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        January 04, 2022 at 5:08 pm

        I think I did talk about that in the blog post… ChocZero is an excellent choice.

        Reply
    10. Laura says

      December 28, 2021 at 3:15 pm

      i’d love to make these today but only have “flaked” coconut. will that work?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        December 28, 2021 at 10:22 pm

        I would maybe grind it up in a food processor to make it smaller and more like shredded coconut.

        Reply
    11. Lisa says

      December 26, 2021 at 5:48 pm

      These were incredible! This is a great recipe for sharing with non keto friends, they’re so pretty and taste normal/delicious. I debated whether to halve the almond extract and was glad I hadn’t because they were perfect as written. Thanks for a “forever” recipe!!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        December 26, 2021 at 6:19 pm

        So glad to hear it!

        Reply
    12. Ellen says

      December 25, 2021 at 5:31 am

      Thanks for all the wonderful recipes, they have truly saved me. Type 2 diabetes on pills & 2 types of insulin, board to death, started KETO & your recipes, within 6 months off ALL my meds

      Reply
    13. Fran says

      December 23, 2021 at 7:40 pm

      Do you have to use the cranberry and almonds thanks love your recipes ????

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        December 23, 2021 at 10:13 pm

        Please read the blog post.

        Reply
    14. Robbie Beechey says

      December 23, 2021 at 11:56 am

      Things to make tomorrow – this has definitely made the list

      Reply
    15. Debra says

      December 23, 2021 at 10:44 am

      I was sure I was finished making deserts for Christmas ( husband said I was going to wear out the oven) but what’s one more. These look heavenly. Thank you for all the work you do for us. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        December 23, 2021 at 3:38 pm

        Sorry! But not really sorry either! 😉

        Reply
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