So much YUM in this lemon coconut meringue cookie recipe!
Does anybody ever actually say no to a cookie? And does anyone ever say no to a slice of homemade lemon meringue pie? Absolutely not! We didn't think so! If cookies and lemon meringue pie are two of your favorite desserts, you are going to absolutely LOVE this delicious lemon coconut meringue cookie recipe that is loaded with zingy flavor.
To make it even better, these cookies are completely keto-friendly! They are low in carbs, still nice and sweet, and surprisingly easy to make! Not only does it meet all the specs to be keto-friendly, but you'll have a hard time finding a dessert better than this one.
It takes about 10 minutes to get these cookies oven-ready. Add you need to do is whip up some egg whites, fold in some flavor, scoop the cookie dough batter and you are done! However, you should be aware of the lengthy cook time that comes with this treat. As much as you will want to eat these cookies immediately, they need time in the oven to dry in order to get that perfectly crunchy, melt in your mouth texture. Baking the cookies in a hotter oven would cause the cookies to turn a dark brown and be hard on the outside while raw on the inside. That low and slow baking method is essential!
Yes, it takes a little bit of planning, but trust us when we say it is worth every ounce of effort! Just know that when you set out to make this recipe, it will be a little bit before you are biting into an amazing, tasty keto cookie. The hardest part about the whole recipe is the wait time, but with a flavor like this, you'll be more than happy to oblige. Just plan ahead!
This particular recipe makes two dozen cookies. Potluck anyone? This is a great side to take to any gathering as one recipe makes plenty of tasty cookies. It's low carb AND sugar-free. The people who follow those types of diets will definitely appreciate it. However, even people who aren't self-proclaimed low carb foodies won't be able to resist this deliciousness. No one will ever guess that they are sugar-free or part of any diet! How could a cookie this delicious be diet-friendly? If you're searching for a party treat, then look no further than this fantastic recipe.
You'll notice this recipe calls for monk fruit sweetener. For those of you who don't know, this is a natural alternative sweetener that will still curb that sweet tooth. It's an extract rather than actual sugar, but you'll never notice the difference.
As if you needed even more of a reason to fall in love with this cookie, lemon coconut meringue cookies have all the flavors of a delicious pie, but without all of that effort. All of your favorite pops of flavor are packed into each and every bite. Whip up your very own batch to see what the fuss is all about!
| Servings: cookies |
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 cup So Nourished powdered erythritol
- 1/3 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1/4 cup So Nourished monk fruit erythritol sweetener
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
- Pinch salt
- Preheat the oven to 250°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Beat the egg whites in a mixing bowl until foamy then add the salt and beat to soft peaks.
- While beating, add the erythritol a tablespoon at a time and beat to stiff peaks.
- Fold in the coconut, monk fruit sweetener, and lemon extract until just combined.
- Spoon the batter onto the baking sheet, spacing the mounds 1-inch apart, and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 2 hours then turn off the oven and let the cookies cool for 1 hour.
- Transfer the cookies to an airtight container to store.
NUTRITIONAL DISCLAIMER
The content on this website should not be taken as medical advice and you should ALWAYS consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. We provide nutritional data for our recipes as a courtesy to our readers. We use Total Keto Diet app software to calculate the nutrition and we remove fiber and sugar alcohols, like erythritol, from the total carbohydrate count to get to the net carb count, as they do not affect your blood glucose levels. You should independently calculate nutritional information on your own and not rely on our data. The website or content herein is not intended to cure, prevent, diagnose or treat any disease. This website shall not be liable for adverse reactions or any other outcome resulting from the use of recipes or recommendations on the Website or actions you take as a result. Any action you take is strictly at your own risk.
Dr. Rosmy Barrios, MD is an aesthetic medicine specialist whose work focuses on patients who are treated for obesity, metabolic syndrome, and other weight-related issues through nutritional analysis, keto diet programs, and supporting medications.
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