Over the past few months I've been struggling not to regain the weight I've lost over the past few years. A busy schedule, my ex the junk food junkie staying with us & just the fact that I am mostly a food blogger, have conjoined to create a waistline expanding perfect storm so to speak. Thus, when I was selected to be a Swerve Sweetener ambassador, I was quite happy to take them up on the offer.
Swerve
is an all-natural zero calorie sweetener made from fruits and plants, which measures cup for cup like regular sugar. It is safe for diabetics, as it does not effect blood glucose or insulin levels and does not have the digestive issues associated with some calorie free sugar replacements. Not only does Swerve measure like sugar, it also has the ability to brown and caramelize like sugar does. As a fussy foodie, trying to cut calories, that sounds outstanding to me!
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Skinny Coconut Macaroons (Sugar-free, Gluten-free, Grain-free, Low Calorie, Low Carb)
On a recent visit to my friend Roberta's house, she had a tub of coconut macaroons on the counter, and I tried one. To try and stave off her mom's cancer, she has instituted a gluten and sugar free diet for her mother and being a good daughter, she is participating in the diet, as well. I liked the cookies and have been thinking about my friends, so I decided to whip up a batch of sugar-free coconut macaroons myself using the Swerve sweetener I was sent.
The coconut macaroons tasted great, and at just 38 calories each, I'll certainly be making these again soon.
Ingredients
- 14 oz FROZEN unsweetened flake coconut (I used thawed frozen, shredded off the shelf has roughly 4x as many calories)
- ⅓ cup fat-free evaporated milk
- ⅓ cup Swerve zero calorie sugar substitute
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/16 teaspoon cream of tartar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Spread out coconut on baking sheet. Place in oven, and stir it up every few minutes, until about a ¼ of it has toasted (approx. 15 minutes). Remove & set aside.
- Whisk together the evaporated milk, Swerve and vanilla, in small bowl, set aside.
- Place the egg whites in mixer bowl, and beat on high until frothy, add the cream of tartar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Dump the coconut into a large bowl and mix in the evaporated milk mixture, Mix well, then add the beaten egg whites, and gently stir until evenly mixed.
- Drop 2 - 21/2 tbs dollops of batter on parchment lined baking sheet, with about an inch in between.
- Bake for 14-15 minutes until bottoms are golden and some tops are just starting to show color.
- Remove to cooling racks.
Notes
Nutrition
Nichol says
I am loving Swerve! I cannot wait to Swerve some of my favorite recipes for the holidays. These macaroons are going to be made for sure. They look delish. BTW: congrats on your ambassadorship!!!
Donna says
Congrats on the ambassadorship! I am making the switch over the holidays. 🙂 I'll have to try these, since I love coconut!
Liz says
Those are really beautiful cookies! They look so light, and they must be with the sugar sub in there!
Tammy says
Yum - I just love macaroons and this is a great way to enjoy them without all the calories. I don't even want to know how many mine are with the sweetened condensed milk and sweetened coconut, then dipped in chocolate...Yikes!
Penelope says
I've never made macaroons, or tried them- how did that happen? These look great.
Marcie W. says
What a perfect sweet treat for me! I love all things coconut and wouldn't feel guilty after eating a few, plus I have almost all of these ingredients on hand right now.
Lisa - Between the Kids says
Macaroons are my favorites! Thank you for sharing this recipe!
April Decheine says
Oh wow now those are something I could eat, love coconut don't use it enough!
Vanessa: thequeenofswag says
You had me at Skinny! I can't wait to try these.
mickey says
I've never attempted macaroons, but these look so good I might have to try!
Julie says
The great thing about these is that I can make them for my super picky co-workers – everyone seems to be allergic to this or that or watching their sugar or gluten intake, so it'a hard to bake for the group!
Anne says
My hubby would love these!
Kelsey Apley says
These look really good! I have never made them before but sounds like I need too!!
HilLesha says
I'm not big on coconut, but that sounds delectable!
Shell Feis says
Oh man, I need to try those! I love coconut. &For so little calories!
Lolo says
I love that this is sugar free. I have GD so this would be a great treat for me.
Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says
Mmm, these look so fluffy and delicious!
Mellisa says
These look really yummy. I love how light and fluffy they are.
Stefanie says
I'm curious to know what Swerve tastes like..
Kathleen says
I love coconut and am always looking for lighter treat options. These look great.
Paula @ Frosted Fingers says
I've heard good things about Swerve. I don't think I've ever tried a macaroon
Crystal @ Simply Being Mommy.com says
I love that these are only 38 calories 🙂 They look absolutely delicious.
Darla Strickland says
I calculate 170 calories per cookie instead of 38. Unsweetened shredded coconut has 213 calories per ounce x 14 oz = 2982 calories divided by 18 cookies = 165 calories per cookie, just in coconut, not counting the other ingredients.
Robin Gagnon says
I found where the discrepancy in calories came from. I used frozen unsweetened shredded coconut, which is considerably lower in calories (14 ounces has 631 calories). https://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/calories/deep-shredded-coconut-frozen-coconut-419654907
Thank you for the heads up and I will make a notation in the recipe concerning the calorie difference.