Low Carb Cream Cheese Lemon Macaroons Recipe

Indulge in these heavenly Low-Carb Cream Cheese Lemon Macaroons! Karen Barnaby's gourmet recipe delivers the delightful taste of traditional macaroons without the guilt. These creamy, dreamy treats are bursting with zesty lemon flavor and crunchy macadamia nuts. Perfect for low-carb diets, they require just an hour of prep time (including chilling) and a quick 25-minute bake. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 109.3 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Low Carb Cream Cheese Lemon Macaroons

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How to Make Low Carb Cream Cheese Lemon Macaroons

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut, 1/2 cup sugar substitute (such as Splenda or erythritol), 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Add 4 ounces of cream cheese, softened, to the coconut mixture. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  5. Gently stir in 1 large egg until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts and the zest of 1 lemon.
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between each macaroon.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

42g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Low Carb Cream Cheese Lemon Macaroons?

Low Carb Cream Cheese Lemon Macaroons takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Low Carb Cream Cheese Lemon Macaroons?

Low Carb Cream Cheese Lemon Macaroons has approximately 109.3 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Low Carb Cream Cheese Lemon Macaroons?

The key ingredients for Low Carb Cream Cheese Lemon Macaroons are Unsweetened Coconut, Sugar Free Hazelnut Syrup, Whipping Cream, Vanilla, Cream Cheese, Egg. See the full list with measurements above.

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