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Gluten free coconut macaroons recipe: this 4 ingredient EASY gluten free macaroons recipe yields soft & chewy coconut cookies with a crispy exterior! vegan, paleo, dairy-free, egg-free.
Two recipes in a ROW? What is this, mah birthday?! Your birthday? Perhaps… all of our birthdays? 😉
Nope! (okay, maybe that’s true for some of you. It’s bound to be someone’s birthday today). Anyway, I’m all excited and sssshh because just yesterday, I shared my favorite gluten free brownies from scratch with you. But I didn’t stop there. Because: EASTER, folks. Easter.
This time of year, so many of you are preparing all the yummy desserts in time for Easter—even with so many of us stuck at home! But what better time to bake, amiright? 😉
This time of year… some of you are craving all the homemade coconut granola bars and Almond Joys, and some of you are straight up craving coconut macaroons.
But. Isn’t there always a but?
You’re gluten free. You’re vegan. You’re gluten free and vegan and dairy free. And you can’t have any coconut macaroons. Or can you?
Today, we’re gonna prove that vegan + gluten free coconut macaroons DO exist. And they DO taste good! Whoop whoop! But… what do these gluten free macaroons taste like? Glad you asked.
The Taste & Texture of Easy Gluten Free Macaroons
The Taste: this gluten free macaroons recipe yields soft and chewy coconut macaroons bursting with coconut flavor. The Texture: delightfully moist + perfectly sweet on the inside, chewy with just a bit of crisp, toasted coconut flavor on the outside, all equaling your soon-to-be favorite gluten free cookie with BIG coconut flavor.
Only 4 Ingredients for Easy Gluten Free Macaroons
This dairy free + gluten free macaroons recipe calls for just 4 ingredients:
How to Make Super Easy Gluten Free Macaroons
Learn how to make gluten free coconut macaroons the easy way. All you have to do is add coconut, coconut flour, coconut oil, and maple syrup to a food processor, then blend until well incorporated. Then scoop & drop the macaroon dough onto a cookie sheet and bake. Cool and enjoy! That’s really, truly it.
Can I Make this Gluten Free Coconut Macaroons Recipe with Almond Flour?
Instead of going into my usual spiel about how you should not make any substitutes, let me make this short and quick and free from “no’s”! 😉 Use this 4 Ingredient Paleo Coconut Macaroons Recipe instead. I created this recipe specifically around almond flour, so you’ll know exactly what amount to use. 😉
Tools for the Best Gluten Free Macaroons!
- Small Coconut Flakes: it’s very, very important that you use small coconut flakes in this recipe. If you use large coconut flakes, shreds or chips, your macaroons will bake into flat, spread-out cookies. This is the brand I use and love!
- Food Processor: this is the exact food processor that I use to make everything. It blends like a champ, has lasted through 1,000s of recipe tests, and is super easy to clean and use. I loved it so much that I bought another, just in case they stop making it. Lol.
- Coconut Flour: for years, I’ve been asked if there was a grain-free, nut-free alternative to the usual flours in coconut macaroons. I thought, what better flour to use than coconut flour? This simple, healthy ingredient absorbs wet ingredients like woah, and works beautifully in this recipe.
- Where to Buy Ingredients: Small Coconut Flakes (do not use large flakes or chips) | Coconut Flour | Coconut Oil | Pure Maple Syrup
Who’s ready to make all of the gluten free coconut macaroons with me?! 😉 I can’t wait to hear what you and your loved ones think of my recipe. Just so you know, I truly, truly appreciate you stopping by and sharing in these joy-filled baking adventures with me. ‘Til the next one…
Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️
📷 Did you make this gluten free coconut macaroons recipe? Take a pic and share it on Instagram with the hashtag #beamingbaker & tag @beamingbaker. I’d love to see it! 📸
More Gluten Free Coconut Recipes & Macaroons
- Ultimate Chewy Paleo Coconut Cookies (Vegan, GF, Dairy-Free)
- Healthy Coconut Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
- 5 Ingredient No Bake Chocolate Coconut Bars
- 5 Ingredient Coconut Chia Pudding Recipe
- Peanut Butter Coconut Oatmeal Cookies (Gluten Free)
- Lemon Coconut Macaroons Recipe (Vegan, Paleo, GF)
Gluten Free Coconut Macaroons Recipe (Dairy-Free, Egg-Free)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups unsweetened, small coconut shreds or flakes – do not use large flakes*
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil, solid or slightly softened but still solid**
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or greased foil. Set aside.
- Add all ingredients to the food processor, making sure to spread flakes and flour evenly through the bin of the processor. Make sure to use small coconut flakes, as large ones will result in flat, spread out cookies. Here are the small coconut flakes that I use.
- Blend until you get a thick and sticky mixture that holds together, with smaller, but still noticeable coconut pieces. Scrape down the sides of the food processor as needed. If any maple syrup remains at the bottom of the processor, fold into dough until well mixed.
- Using a small or medium cookie scoop, scoop firmly packed balls of coconut mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure to space balls evenly apart. Cookies will inflate and enlarge just a bit as they bake.
- Bake for 12-16 mins, until golden around the edges and slightly golden on top. Mine took 14 mins for large ones; medium ones will take about 11-13 minutes. Place baking sheet onto a cooling rack and allow cookies to cool for 5-10 minutes, until firm. Using a heatproof spatula, transfer cookies directly onto the cooling rack to cool completely, about 30 mins-1 hour. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.
- Looking for Coconut Macaroons made with almond flour? Make these 4 Ingredient Paleo Coconut Macaroons Recipe (Vegan, Paleo, GF).
Notes
- Where to Buy Ingredients: Small Coconut Flakes (do not use large flakes or chips) | Coconut Flour | Coconut Oil | Pure Maple Syrup
- *You must use small coconut flakes in this recipe. The coconut flakes should be the size of sprinkles, or about half a grain of rice. Using large coconut flakes will result in flat, spread out cookies (not like the round macaroons you see in the pictures). Here are the small coconut flakes that I use (detailed pictures in link).
- **Solid coconut oil is best for this recipe. Using melted coconut oil will result in smaller macaroons.
- Storing Instructions: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month at room temperature. If freezing, store in an airtight, freezer-friendly container for up to 2 months. Allow to thaw for 15 minutes before enjoying.
- Nutrition Info: is an estimate based on 18 total macaroons.
- Recommended Tools: my favorite affordable Food Processor | Small or Medium Cookie Scoop | Champagne Gold Chef Cookie Sheet
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Aww you are too sweet, Christina! 😊 I am beyond thrilled that you’ve enjoyed the cookies so. You are totally making my day! 🥰 Thank you for taking the tome to share these kind words!
INCREDIBLE!!! EXTREMELY QUICK and EASY TO MAKE!!!! Just short of being a fast food cookie! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out just as you described. Thank you VERY much! 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
Aww you are too sweet, Christina! 😊 I am beyond thrilled that you’ve enjoyed the cookies so. You are totally making my day! 🥰 Thank you for taking the tome to share these kind words!
I made these and they turned out soooo good and delicious! They are hard from the outside and just enough soft from the inside so when you bite into it you don’t feel like you are biting a rock. They are sooo yummy. Thank you for the recipe!
I’m so happy you love my macaroons, Zeel! Yes, I totally love that these are crispy on the outside and soft and yummy on the inside. Thanks again for leaving a comment! I can’t wait to see what you try next. 🙂
Do you know the weights of these ingredients? I think our cup sizes (UK) are different. Thankyou!
Hi Tricia! I’m in the process of getting weights for all the ingredients I use, and testing them in my recipes. I want to make sure I have the most accurate weights possible before I share them. Thanks for your patience!
how about honey instead of maple syrup? would that work? thank you
Hi Arbella! I haven’t tried it myself in this recipe, but it should be okay. If you do try it, let me know how it goes!
Thank you, for these tasty gluten-free coconut macaroons! I tried them for the first time this morning and enjoyed three with my morning coffee. So delicious! Yesterdays batch with the chocolate macaroons were devoured by my little grandchildren. It’s so exciting to try your recipes, the aroma in the house after baking any of your creations is beautiful! 😊
You’re so welcome, Nancy! I love that you got the chance to try both chocolate and classic macaroons. 😊 Your kind words always truly make my day. Enjoy your delightful treats & quality time with your grand children. Hugs!
I love these macaroons! They are so quick and easy. I have a lemon tree in my yard and enjoy trying new recipes with lemon. All of your recipes are much appreciated. Healthy and easy to follow. Thank you! 🍋
Thanks so much, Sharon! It truly pleases me so much to hear that. 🙂 Here’s a link to my lemon macaroons just in case you needed it (you probably don’t and just wanted to comment here, but just in case heehee): Lemon Coconut Macaroons. I appreciate you, too. 🙂 Hugs! 🍋🌳🤗
can I replace the coconut flour with whole wheat or oat flour ? Thanks
Hi Shaimaa, try using 3 tablespoons of oat flour. Let me know how it turns out! 🙂
Love these cookies! Came out awesome, I found them just a little oily from the coconut oil, are the supposed to be this way? Love love your recipes! Trying the Oatmeal Chocolate Chip next!
Hi Kathleen! While moist on the inside, the cookies shouldn’t be too oily. If you made any subs, for example: changed the type of flour, that could add to it. If not, try adding a bit more coconut, or less coconut oil for the next batch. Can’t wait to hear what you think of the oatmeal chocolate chip cookies! 🙂
This was really amazing!! My kids really loved them!
Woohoo! That’s so great to hear Toni!