How long does carrot cake macaroons [vegan, gluten-free] take to prepare?

Preparation and baking time is typically 30-60 minutes depending on recipe complexity.

Can I make carrot cake macaroons [vegan, gluten-free] without refined sugar?

Yes! Try sweetening with maple syrup, dates, or coconut sugar instead.

Can I make carrot cake macaroons [vegan, gluten-free] without nuts?

Yes! You can substitute nuts with seeds, beans, or plant-based protein. Adjust quantities based on what you use.

Why is carrot cake macaroons [vegan, gluten-free] so quick to make?

The simple ingredients and streamlined technique make this recipe fast without sacrificing flavor or nutrition.

How long does carrot cake macaroons [vegan, gluten-free] keep?

Store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days in an airtight container, or freeze for up to 1 month.

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Carrot Cake Macaroons
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

LH By: Laura Hemmington

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Ingredients You Need for Carrot Cake Macaroons [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For the Macaroons:

1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
1/3 cup puréed apple/applesauce
1 cup grated carrot
3/8 cup desiccated coconut
2 tablespoons tahini, or nut butter
1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
3 Medjool dates (or 6 smaller dates), chopped small
1 teaspoon orange zest (organic/unwaxed)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
A pinch of good salt

For the Frosting:

1/2 cup cashews, pre-soaked in boiling water
6 tablespoons non-dairy milk
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon solid coconut oil
Seeds of 1 vanilla pod
A pinch of salt

For the Chocolate:

1.7 ounces chocolate

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How to Prepare Carrot Cake Macaroons [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Heat the oven to 350°F.
To make the macaroons, add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl and stir until combined.
Take spoonfuls of the macaroon mixture and form golf-ball sized balls and place them on a silicone baking mat or a parchment paper-lined tray. Press each down gently.
Cook in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until golden.
While the macaroons are cooking, make the frosting. Put all the ingredients in a food processor and pulse until you have a smooth paste. You will need to scrape down the sides a few times and keep going until it's all combined. Transfer to a sterilized jar, until needed (any leftovers will keep in the refrigerator or freezer).
Once the macaroons are cooked, leave to cool before decorating.
Melt the chocolate in a bowl over a pan of simmering water on the hob, stirring until completely melted. Take a teaspoon and drizzle over the macaroons. Do the same for the frosting.