International Lifestyle Magazine Issue 56 | Page 15

S E L VA ´ S
R AW V E G A N
CHOCOCO
MACAROONS
Enjoy these delightful vegan, gluten-free, nut-free,
grain-free raw treats….we do!
RECIPE
Yield: 12 macaroons Ingredients:
1 banana, finely mashed
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or other liquid sweetener)*
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract 6 tbsp cocoa powder,
sifted
1.5 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
1 tbsp chia seeds (optional) small pinch of fine grain
sea salt, to taste
1. In a medium mixing bowl, mash the banana until
most of the clumps are gone. Stir in the melted
coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla.
2. Sift in the cocoa powder and stir until combined.
Now stir in the coconut, optional chia seeds, and fine
grain sea salt to taste.
3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a
non-stick mat. Using a spoon or retractable ice cream
scooper, scoop rounds onto the sheet. Place sheet in
the freezer for around 20 minutes, or until macaroons
are firm. Store in the freezer until ready to enjoy.
They will soften at room temperature. Note: 1/4 cup
pure maple syrup results in a lightly sweet macaroon.
Feel free to adjust the sweetener to your own taste
buds, especially because some cocoa powders may
be stronger than others.
Have fun and stay healthy!
Heidi Michelle
www.internationallifestylemagazine.com