Description
Chai spiced pumpkin macaroons are a delightful treat that combines the warm flavors of chai spices with the rich, comforting taste of pumpkin. These macaroons are chewy on the inside and slightly crispy on the outside, making them a perfect snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup almond flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon chai spice blend
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, shredded coconut, brown sugar, chai spice blend, and a pinch of salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, egg whites, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and gently stir until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, drop heaping spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Once baked, let the macaroons cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
- Choose sugar pumpkins or pie pumpkins for the best flavor if using fresh pumpkin.
- Adjust the chai spice levels according to your taste preference.
- Store macaroons in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chai spiced pumpkin macaroons, fall dessert, gluten-free treat