Best 7 Cranberry Almond Macaroons Recipes

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In the realm of delightful confections, the cranberry almond macaroon stands as a testament to culinary ingenuity. These delectable treats, characterized by their crisp exterior yielding to a tender and chewy interior, boast a harmonious blend of sweet and tart flavors. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on this culinary adventure will reward you with exquisite results that will tantalize taste buds and leave you craving more.

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CRANBERRY ALMOND COCONUT MACAROONS



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Provided by A Family Feast

Categories     cookies

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup whole, raw almonds
3 cups lightly-packed sweetened, shredded coconut
¾ cup sugar
1/3 cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped
¾ cup egg whites (from about 4-6 large eggs)
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
4 ounces dark or semisweet chocolate

Steps:

  • In a small, dry frying pan over medium heat, lightly toast the almonds for 3-4 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool. Coarsely chop the almonds.
  • In a medium-sized, heavy bottomed saucepan, combined the coconut, sugar, chopped cranberries, chopped toasted almonds and egg whites. Stir well. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, for about 10 to 15 minutes. (Stop cooking when the mixture turns from a creamy consistency to one that is sticky and moist, but not too dry.)
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
  • Pour the mixture into a flat baking dish, spreading it out so that it will cool. Place in the refrigerator for about ½ an hour or in the freezer for about 10 minutes if you want to speed up the process.
  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Using a small #40 scoop (or your hands), scoop out the coconut mixture - firmly packing the macaroon mixture into the scoop - and place each mound on the baking sheet. The cookies will not spread as you cook them, so you should be able to fit most of your macaroons onto one baking sheet.
  • Bake until lightly golden - about 20 minutes (more or less depending on your oven and the size of your scoop). Place the baking sheet with the cookies still on it on a wire cooling rack and allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet so that they can set up.
  • Once the cookies are cooled and firm, remove them from the baking sheet and place on the wire rack for glazing. (You can place the wire rack onto the baking sheet to collect any drips if you'd like.)
  • Melt the chocolate on the stove in a double boiler (or place a heat-safe bowl over a pan of water and bring to a boil). Stir to melt the chocolate.
  • Dip each macaroon top into the chocolate, or using a spoon, drizzle the chocolate evenly onto each macaroon. Allow the chocolate to cool and set up (you can put it in the refrigerator if you'd like to speed up the process) before eating.

CRANBERRY ALMOND MACAROONS



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You'll relish this guilt-free take on a classic cookie, enhanced with cranberries and luscious dark chocolate. "My son is diabetic, and he loves these," says Ramona Cornell of Levittown, New York. "A co-worker calls them 'a piece of coconut heaven'."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 11 cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Sugar substitute equivalent to 2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped
1/4 cup chopped almonds
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Add extract; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar substitute on high until stiff glossy peaks form. Fold in the coconut, cranberries and almonds. , Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 325° for 10-15 minutes or until set. Cool for 15 minutes before carefully removing from pan to a wire rack. , Spread about 1 teaspoon melted chocolate on the bottom of each cookie. Place on waxed paper with chocolate side up; let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 33mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRANBERRY ALMOND MACAROONS



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Cranberry almond macaroon cookies are sweet and tart with a toasted coconut outside and soft chewy inside. These easy one-bowl cookies come together with coconut, cranberries, sliced almonds, white chocolate chips, and a white chocolate drizzle.

Provided by Cara Lanz

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons liquid egg whites (or 2 large egg whites)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 ounces sweetened coconut
3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1 cup white chocolate chips (divided)
1 teaspoon shortening

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 325. Prepare a cookie sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  • Optional step: Process the coconut in the food processor for a few seconds to create more finely textured coconut and more evenly shaped macaroons.
  • With a whisk, stand mixer, or hand mixer, beat the egg whites in a large mixing bowl until thick and foamy and soft peaks begin to form -- this means when you lift up the beater or whisk, soft peaks will barely hold their shape and curl over onto themselves.
  • Whisk the salt and vanilla extract into the egg whites.
  • Add the coconut, sweetened condensed milk, cranberries, almonds, and 1/2 cup white chocolate chips to the bowl of egg whites. Fold the egg whites into the rest of the ingredients until completely combined.
  • With a cookie scoop, portion out cookies onto the prepared baking sheet. Use wet fingers to shape the macaroons into round balls and tuck in any stray coconut shreds.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let the macaroons cool on the pan for about 3 minutes, then transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Melt 1/2 cup white chocolate chips and shortening in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir. Microwave in 10-second increments until melted and smooth. With a spoon, drizzle white chocolate over macaroons and let them set. I like to place the cookies on a wire rack over a baking sheet to catch the chocolate drizzles and to keep from creating a pool of chocolate at the base of the macaroons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 121 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 18 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

COCONUT-CRANBERRY MACAROON



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 55m

Yield about 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup sugar
2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
Finely grated zest of 1 orange
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
3 cups (about 8 ounces) finely shredded unsweetened coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
  • Whisk the sugar, egg whites, cranberry, orange zest, vanilla and salt in a large bowl. Toss the coconut with the egg mixture until completely coated.
  • Moisten your finger tips with water. Form about 1 heaping tablespoon of the batter into pointed mounds or pyramids on the prepared pans, spacing them about 1-inch apart.
  • Bake until the edges are golden brown and the entire macaroon is nicely toasted and dry, 16 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool. Serve.
  • Store macaroons in a tightly sealed container for up to a week.

CRANBERRY ALMOND COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ground flaxseed, water, coconut oil, sugar, brown sugar, almond extract, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, rolled oats, dried cranberries, sliced almonds

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Desserts

Yield 13 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
6 tablespoons water
½ cup coconut oil, melted
½ cup sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup rolled oats
¾ cup dried cranberries, or use fresh cranberries for more tartness
½ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • To make the flax eggs, mix together the flax meal and water in a small bowl. Let sit for at least 10 minutes to set.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the coconut oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flax eggs, and almond extract until well-combined.
  • Sift in the flour, baking powder, and baking soda, and stir with a spatula until combined.
  • Fold in the oats, cranberries, and sliced almonds until incorporated.
  • Use an ice cream scoop to scoop the cookies onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches (5 cm) apart.
  • Bake for 20-22 minutes, until lightly golden around the edges.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 12 grams

CRANBERRY LIME MACAROONS



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It wouldn't be the holidays for my family and friends if I didn't make these chewy lime-flavored macaroons. I usually make several batches a week during the season..-Alisa Costa, Chatham, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large egg whites
2/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups unsweetened finely shredded coconut
1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk egg whites for 1 minute. Whisk in the sugar, vanilla, lime zest and salt. Stir in coconut and cranberries., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2-in. apart onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 6g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 58mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE-ALMOND MACAROONS



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Ground almonds and chocolate put a new spin on an old favorite.

Provided by Laria Tabul

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Almond Dessert Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups almonds
1 cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
½ teaspoon almond extract
¾ cup chopped semisweet chocolate

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Finely grind the almonds, sugar, cinnamon and salt in a food processor.
  • Separate one of the eggs and add the white, the other egg, and almond extract and process until the mixture holds together. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the chocolate.
  • Moisten hands and roll mixture into 1-inch balls. Place on prepared cookie sheet. Flatten to 1/3-inch thick rounds.
  • Bake until tops puff and centers are still soft, about 12 minutes. Remove to a rack and cool completely. Replace parchment paper for next round of cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 36.1 mg, Sugar 23.1 g

Tips:

  • Use almond flour for a gluten-free option: Almond flour is a great alternative to all-purpose flour in macaroons, and it gives them a delicious nutty flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make the macaroons tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the macaroons rest before baking: This will help the flavors to develop and will prevent the macaroons from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the macaroons at a low temperature: This will help to prevent them from browning too much.
  • Store the macaroons in an airtight container: This will help to keep them fresh for up to a week.

Conclusion:

Cranberry almond macaroons are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are gluten-free, low in sugar, and packed with flavor. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect macaroons every time.

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