I had this recipe filed away and planned on posting it eventually. I decided to pull it out – and what a perfect time to do so – since I was forwarded a twitter link to an article on Dr. Fuhrman’s Blog about the health benefits of eating cherries. Cherries not only boast a distinctive flavor – ranging from sweet to tart – but this high-antioxidant fruit will help reduce inflammation, pain and may help you get a good night’s sleep. You can check out the full article here Diseaseproof.
These Cherry Macaroons are slightly tart, creamy, and nutty with a natural sweetness that keeps you coming back for more. These are also incredibly easy to make, it’s a perfect treat to make when you don’t have much time to spend in the kitchen. I thought they tasted great before, but somehow got even better after reading this article. I know you will enjoy eating this good-for-you treat as much as my family and I did.
I made another fruit paste as part of my growing fruit paste experiments. The dried cherries I used are slightly tart and I am really happy about the flavor they give these macaroons. However, if you prefer a sweeter variety try a differnet type of cherry. I definitely want to start macerating my fruits – without refined sugar of course – to try out in some healthy dessert recipes in the future.
These are nutrient-rich and delish, enjoy!
Cherry Almond Coconut Macaroons
Prep time: 10 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Yield: Makes 20
Ingredients:
¼ cup light coconut milk
1 ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
¼ cup raw almonds
¼ cup date syrup Organics are for Everyone Date Syrup
3 tbsp cherry paste
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp almond extract
3 tsp Ener-G Egg Replacer mixed with 4 tbsp warm water (replaces 2 eggs)
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a nonstick baking mat or parchment paper. Place all ingredients in a food processor with an S-shaped blade and process until well combined.
2. Form mixture into 1 tablespoon mounds onto lined baking tray, 2 inches apart. Bake macaroons for 15 minutes or until golden brown on bottom and edges.
3. Let cool on sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer to wire racks, and cool completely.
4. Store in airtight container for up to a week.
Cherry Paste
Yield: About 1 cup
½ cup unsweetened dry cherries
Water for soaking
Directions:
1. Cover cherries with cold water and soak for 4 hours.
2. Remove cherries and reserve water. Place cherries in blender or Cuisinart and process until smooth (I like to use my Cuisinart Mini Prep for this). Adjust consistency with some of the reserved water, if needed.
3. You can store cherry paste in an airtight container in a refrigerator for up to two weeks. Use as needed.
Lately I've been craving cherry anything! You always have the best timing with these great recipes.
i've never heard of cherry paste before! oooo this looks delicious!!!
Thanks!
I'm making them again today because I need a better picture! They are so delicious!
Junia,
I'm thinking about putting the cherry paste in a smoothie today….mmmmmm
These macaroons look delicious! I've been on a huge cherry kick lately, this will definitely be made in my kitchen 🙂
Thanks Leanne,
These are so easy to make and delicious. I have a bunch of cherry paste left over and need to throw it in some other things this weekend…a smoothie maybe? mmmmm
your sunflower cream salad looks amazing, will def make!
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Jen
I love these! What a great recipe so inventive with the cherry paste. I cannot wait to try these.
Anon,
Thank you, let me know how they turn out for you =)
Jen
These look so delicious! I love coconut macaroons and granola bars, or really anything fruity, nutty, and dense. I'll have to try these out!
Thanks! I just checked out your blog, you have some wonerful looking recipes I am definitely going to try out. Love the peanut butter bars…yum!
Wow, these look insanely good! I love the idea of cherry paste…and I always have dried cherries on hand. Hmmmm…. 🙂
Christina
Try it out. Fruit Pastes are awesome for adding incredible moisture and flavor to baked goods without needing butter or oil. I love this healthy alternative! 🙂
These look delicious!! And look beautiful too! I always forget about cherries when baking, thanks for the reminder.
Thanks and your welcome 😉 I love cherries in baking too. The cherry paste is yuumy thrown into a smoothie too yum!
Jen
These look amazing – vegan but I would one hundred percent eat a lot of them 🙂
Wonderful recipe and blog!
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