Simple to Make Gluten-Free Almond Macaroons for Passover
Try our easy almond macaroons Passover recipe for chewy, gluten‑free treats—perfect for your seder with simple ingredients and irresistible almond flavor.
Ingredients
2 cups ground almonds
- 3 large egg whites
¾ cup sugar (or sugar in a food processor blitzed to superfine)
- 1 teaspoon almond extract add the almond extract at the end of whipping
Zest of one lemon (optional)
- Pinch kosher salt
For a chocolate twist later, you’ll also need:
- 4 ounces kosher chocolate
1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
Add Egg Whites
- Place the egg whites in a clean mixing bowl, ensuring no traces of yolk remain.
Whip to Frothy
- Using an electric mixer, whip the egg whites until they become frothy and light.
Incorporate Sugar
- Gradually add the sugar while whipping. Continue to beat until the egg whites form stiff peaks—this is essential for a chewy interior and golden brown exterior.
Fold in Dry Ingredients
- Gently fold in the ground almonds, almond flour (if using), and lemon zest. Work slowly to maintain as much air in the mixture as possible.
Prepare Whole Almonds (If Needed)
- If you have whole blanched almond pieces instead of ground almonds, pulse them briefly in a food processor until finely ground—avoid overprocessing to prevent almond butter.
Sift for Smooth Texture
- For an extra-smooth batter, sift in any additional almond flour before folding. This helps create a thick macaroon dough that holds its shape when scooped.
Scrape and Combine
- Use a spatula to scrape the sides and bottom of the mixing bowl, ensuring all almond mixture is evenly incorporated into the macaroon dough.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 100 kcal |
| Total Fat | 7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 8 g |
| – Sugars | 6 g |
| – Fiber | 1 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Categorization
- Course: Dessert
- Cuisine: Jewish / Kosher for Passover
- Diet: Gluten‑free, Dairy‑free, Kosher
- Method: Baking
- Keyword: almond macaroons Passover
- Skill Level: Easy