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Ingredients
- Coconut Almond Macaroons makes 32 CLICK here for a printable recipe
- 3 T almond paste
- 1 t vanilla extract
- 4 large egg whites, divided
- 1 1âÂâ3 c powdered sugar
- 1 1âÂâ4 t baking powder
- 1âÂâ4 t salt
- 3 1âÂâ2 c flaked sweetened coconut
- 1âÂâ2 c granulated sugar
- 1/4 c blanched almond slivers (optional)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 186g | |
| Calories 351 | |
| Calories from Fat 189 | 54% |
| Total Fat 22.51g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 1.78g | 7% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 231mg | 10% |
| Potassium 515mg | 15% |
| Total Carbs 15.51g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.5g | 15% |
| Sugars 8.41g | 6% |
| Protein 23.62g | 38% |
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