Quinoa Coconut Macaroons

Quinoa Coconut Macaroons | Gluten-Free | Queen of Quinoa

Quinoa cookies are just the best, aren’t they? If you have experimented with quinoa in baking, I highly suggest you do. It will change your world. This healthy little gem brings a rich texture and amazing flavor to your treats. From cookies, to waffles, to pancakes, to muffins, to cakes, to you-name-it, quinoa rocks it all.

Today’s recipe is all about using quinoa to elevate a classic cookie to new heights. And we’re doing just that. This cookie is out of this world good. Naturally gluten-free, free of refined sugars and low in fat, you will find yourself stopping your own hand from reaching for more.

Quinoa Coconut Macaroons. Enough said.

Quinoa Coconut Macaroons | Gluten-Free | Queen of Quinoa

So go on, have another. And another.

Well, maybe you can have just one more. I mean, they’re healthy cookies, right?

Totally.

Now to see this delicious recipe, head on over to my friend Amy’s blog, Simply Sugar & Gluten-Free!

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Alyssa Rimmer is the quinoa obsessed girl behind the gluten-free blog, the Queen of Quinoa. She loves experimenting with nutritious and whole-food ingredients, and seeks to encourage the everyday home chef that cooking and eating gluten-free can not only be healthy, but also delicious and fun. After struggling with stomach issues throughout her college years, Alyssa decided enough was enough and took her health into her own hands. She started by removing gluten from her diet and hasn’t looked back since. Two happy years have passed and her stomach issues have practically disappeared. Living gluten-free has also helped her to truly discover her passion for cooking and she has embraced her new lifestyle with open arms. With the Queen of Quinoa, Alyssa shares her gluten-free recipes, many of which are focused on the superfood quinoa, and discusses her journey to living a more fulfilled and healthy life. She now also cooks refined sugar-free and although not all her of recipes are vegan, she has loved learning and experimenting with vegan baking. She lives in Burlington, Vermont where she is surrounded by fresh, local produce and is always inspired by the fabulous seasonal ingredients that make this state so special. She is excited to share her recipes with you, as she helps to uncover the amazing world of quinoa.

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13 Responses to Quinoa Coconut Macaroons

momgateway says:

July 17, 2012 at 11:07 am

Son loves macaroons and he will just beg me to make this!

- Queen of Quinoa says:
  
  July 17, 2012 at 11:09 am
  
  Let me know if you try them! They were a big hit at my house
  
Angie@Angie's Recipes says:

July 19, 2012 at 2:34 pm

I have never had a macaroon made with quinoa…definitely on the top of my to-bake list!

- Queen of Quinoa says:
  
  July 19, 2012 at 3:21 pm
  
  Let me know if you do! Would love to hear how they turn out for you. xo
  
Natalie says:

July 20, 2012 at 8:59 am

Hi Alyssa,

I can’t seem to find the ‘Quinoa Coconut Macaroon’ recipe on your blog. I see images and descriptions of the cookie but no recipe or ingredients . Is there somewhere I need to be looking specifically?

really excited to try this recipe

Thanks,
Natalie

- Queen of Quinoa says:
  
  July 20, 2012 at 9:03 am
  
  Hi Natalie,
  
  The recipe is actually linked on a friend’s blog, Simply Sugar & Gluten-Free. If you go the bottom of this page and click on the link, you’ll find it over there! Let me know if you have any questions
  
  xo Alyssa
  
Richa@HobbyandMore says:

July 21, 2012 at 12:40 am

love the cooked quinoa in these.. so pretty and crunchy!

- Queen of Quinoa says:
  
  July 21, 2012 at 5:29 pm
  
  Thanks Richa!
  
ButterYum says:

July 21, 2012 at 2:34 am

What a great way to incorporate one of my favorite grains. Such a great idea!!

- Queen of Quinoa says:
  
  July 21, 2012 at 5:30 pm
  
  Thanks! Let me know if you try them
  
Amanda says:

August 29, 2012 at 12:00 pm

We tried it we loved it! But dang I think my youngest has a coconut allergy!! I did put them on broil in the oven to make them crunchy my kids love crunchy!! I have a 2 yr old and a 10mo old both approved! I’m also obsessed with quinoa love your blog!

- Queen of Quinoa says:
  
  August 29, 2012 at 12:06 pm
  
  Yay, I’m so happy everyone liked them! And broiling is such a good idea! Did you bake and then broil or just broil the whole time? You’re making me crave cookies. I think some baking is in store for me tonight
  
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