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These Chocolate Coconut Macaroons are an easy dessert that takes 1-bowl and about 10 minutes to stir together. You can bake them for a crispy outside and tender inside, or simply freeze them for a no-bake treat!

chocolate coconut macaroons on serving plate

Why You’ll Love Them

  • They’re gluten-free & vegan. Perfect for those following a special diet!
  • No baking required. I love these so much, I included a version in my first cookbook as a no-bake recipe. But, I also included a baked version here, in case you like crispy outsides, or want a cookie that can sit out at room temperature for hours. It’s perfect for parties!
  • Naturally sweet. Maple syrup gives these bite-sized treats just the right amount of sweetness. Don’t forget to add the salt, which is crucial in any dessert recipe, if you ask me.
  • You can make them tree-nut free. If you use coconut butter instead of almond butter, this recipe will have no added tree nuts. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, coconut is not a botanical nut, but the FDA classifies it as a tree nut to be on the safe side for allergies.
  • They taste amazing. If you love the combination of chocolate + coconut, you’ll love these.

chocolate coconut macaroons on pan

Ingredients You’ll Need

How do you make coconut macaroons from scratch? All you need is a few simple ingredients.

That’s it! I like to use almond butter, because I usually have it on hand more often than coconut butter, but you can use any other all-natural nut or seed butter that you keep on hand.

chocolate macaroon cut in half

How to Make Them

  • Stir it together. I purposefully kept this recipe as easy as possible, so you don’t need any special equipment. Just add all the ingredients to a bowl and stir them together! I like to start with the wet ingredients, then add the shredded coconut last.
  • Scoop. Use a tablespoon or 1-ounce cookie scoop to scoop the batter into mounds on a lined baking sheet.
  • Bake. For a chocolate macaroon with crispy edges, bake for 15 minutes. Or, skip the baking process all together and place the pan in the freezer to set. The macaroons should be firm in 1 to 2 hours.
  • Enjoy! This is the perfect bite-sized treat anytime you need a chocolate fix.

chocolate macaroons ready to serve

chocolate coconut macaroons on pan

Chocolate Coconut Macaroons

5 from 5 votes
Chocolate Coconut Macaroons are made with just 5 ingredients and are naturally sweetened for a healthy treat! You can enjoy them as a no-bake dessert, or bake them for a crunchier cookie that can sit out at room temperature.
prep15 mins cook15 mins total30 mins
Servings:21

Ingredients
 
 

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350ºF, if you plan on baking these, and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, stir together the almond butter, cacao powder, maple syrup, and salt.
    chocolate mixture in glass bowl
  • Add in the coconut and stir again, until all of the coconut is coated in the chocolate mixture.
    shredded coconut added to chocolate in bowl
  • Use a tablespoon or 1-ounce cookie scoop to scoop the dough and drop it onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough, making roughly 21 mounds. Use your hands to press any pieces into place, or shape the cookie how you like. They won't spread with baking or freezing.
    chocolate coconut mixture scooped
  • To bake the cookies, place them in the oven for 15 minutes. They will not feel firm to the touch at first, but they will firm up as they cool completely. For a no-bake cookie, simply place the pan in the freezer to set, about 1 to 2 hours. Transfer the frozen cookies to an airtight container and store in the freezer to protect their flavor.
    chocolate macaroons on baking sheet
  • Serve the macaroons at room temperature if you baked them, or straight from the freezer as a no-bake dessert. The baked cookies will last at room temperature for up to 2 weeks (or longer in the fridge) or they will keep for up to 3 months frozen.
    finished macaroons on plate and cut in half

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Notes

Nutrition information is for 1 of 21 pieces. This will vary based on how many macaroons you make. This is automatically calculated, and just an estimate, not a guarantee.

Nutrition

Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Keyword: chocolate coconut macaroons

Update Note: This recipe has been modified from the original, which called for 1 cup pecans, 1/2 cup cacao powder, 1 cup shredded coconut, 2/3 cup coconut butter, 3/4 cup maple syrup, and 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt. To make this original version, simply grind the pecans into a powder with a mini food processor, then stir everything together in a bowl. Scoop as directed above, and freeze for 2 hours to set.

If you try these Chocolate Coconut Macaroons, please leave a comment below letting me know how you like them. And if you make any modifications, I’d love to hear about those, too! We can all benefit from your experience.

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Megan Gilmore

Hi, I’m Megan. A former fast food junkie turned best-selling cookbook author. I create healthy recipes made with simple ingredients to make your life easier.

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  1. Yum! I was eating the dough before I got them to the pan! I used a little less maple syrup and they were fine. Did not bake them, it’s to hot today to even think of turning on my oven. I like the cold cookie idea for summer.

  2. These are delicious! Both my son and husband love them which is not an easy thing to achieve.

  3. Hmm…I dont have any coconut butter so I’m wondering if there is anything I could possibly use instead…
    any suggestions???

  4. I made these last night and I definitely recommend them. They are VERY good. I would say that they are definitely on the sweet side…maybe verging on too sweet. I followed the directions exactly, using maple syrup as directed. HOWEVER, at the last second I threw in some PB2 powder that’s been sitting in the pantry for a while. I don’t know about the health value of that stuff, but the addition of peanut butter flavor was a good call (they taste very much like the beloved chocolate oatmeal no-bake cookies that my grandma used to make). I haven’t really used much of the PB2, so that might very well have contributed to the overly sweet flavor.

    Basically, I think you should try the recipe but perhaps start with smaller amounts of maple syrup until you get the sweetness you prefer. It’s a winner of a recipe.

  5. I don’t cook with agave nectar due to it’s fructose syrup qualities. What would you recommend as a substitute?

    1. I’m glad you pointed out that it’s still called for in this recipe! (It’s an old one!) I use honey instead of agave nectar in all of my recipes now. 🙂

    1. No, coconut butter is thicker from the blended meat of the coconut. You can make it yourself by blending dried, unsweetened shredded coconut in a blender or food processor, or you can buy a jar of Artisana’s brand in your local health food store.