Coconut Almond Bombs
Coconut Almond Bombs is a gluten free hor d'oeuvre. This recipe serves 42. One portion of this dish contains around 2g of protein, 14g of fat, and a total of 240 calories. Head to the store and pick up gold pearl dust, confectioners' sugar, carton mascarpone cheese, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Instructions
Place almond paste in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped.
Transfer to a large bowl; add confectioners' sugar and coconut. Beat until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, beat egg whites and vanilla until stiff peaks form; fold into coconut mixture.
Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets.
Bake at 325° for 14-18 minutes or until lightly browned.
Remove to wire racks to cool.
Spread about 1 teaspoon cheese over each cookie; refrigerate for 20 minutes or until cheese is firm.
In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip cookies in coating; allow excess to drip off.
Place on waxed paper; sprinkle with almonds.
Brush pearl dust over almonds. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.