Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Nut-Free Sunflower Seed Coconut Macarons with Pumpkin Filling (Guest Post for Food Wanderings)

Nut-Free Sunflower Seed Coconut Macarons
I've had some of the most fun of my life experimenting in the kitchen, so I was delighted when Shulie of Food Wanderings invited me to join a series of macaron guest posts on her blog. But this wasn't just about playing around and these weren't to be just any macarons. You see, Shulie's son is allergic to all tree nuts, including almonds. Being the loving mother she is of course, Shulie wanted to share the incredible deliciousness that is French macarons with her son and enlisted a number of bloggers for this mission. After some trial and error, what came out of my kitchen were these tasty Sunflower Seed Coconut Macarons with Pumpkin Filling. Please join me over at Food Wanderings to read my guest post and to check out all the incredible nut-free macaron posts there! If you want to head straight to the printable recipe, please click here. Thanks for letting me contribute to your delightful blog, Shulie!

Nut-Free Sunflower Seed Coconut Macarons
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Posted by Xiaolu at 12:00 AM
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44 comments:

  1. Yadsia @ShopCookMakeJuly 13, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    I've never had a Macaron in my life. This recipe really got me thinking that I need to try to make some. I love pumpkin!

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  2. RadhikaJuly 13, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    Xialou,

    I can't spell the abc's of Macarons. Never ate one too. By their looks, they are such dainty sweet little things. And, you are a Macaron queen for sure!
    Had I been in the D.C area, would've ordered by now :)

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  3. TerraJuly 13, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    These are just beautiful! And since I am on a macaron quest, and determined to get the perfect macaron, I love learning about other unique ways to make a macaron. The addition of sunflower seeds, and coconut sound amazing!
    Take care, Terra

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  4. Jun BelenJuly 13, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    The combination of flavors sound intriguing and delicious at the same time. Anything with pumpkin I love so I know I will love this, too. Beautiful photographs!

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  5. Nami | Just One CookbookJuly 13, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    What a unique flavor and I love it. Oh especially the pumpkin filling - so yummy! As always I love the food photography!

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  6. elleJuly 13, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    ooo What did it taste like? What a great idea to use seeds as opposed to nuts. I've tried it with peanuts, but seeds, that must have been a challenge. Sounds like home run!!! Well done my friend.

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  7. XiaoluJuly 13, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    Thanks! You guys are so fast =).

    Elle marie - it tasted pretty much like the ingredients hehe. Sunflower seeds with a hint of coconut and some of the chewiness from the coarser coconut bits. Not quite traditional for macs but still yummy :)

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  8. Rosa's Yummy YumsJuly 13, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    Beautiful! Great job.

    Cheers,

    Rosa

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  9. JeannieJuly 13, 2011 at 1:30 AM

    Wow! These look so delicious! I would love to try some:)

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  10. pingJuly 13, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    That looks as good as it's made with the original almond meal ... crisp crust and chewy inside. So perfect! This is such a good alternative for nut-allergy folks. My nephew is going to be so pleased! He's never had a macaron due to his allergies and have always only imagined what they were like. Thanks so much!

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  11. VeraJuly 13, 2011 at 3:29 AM

    You are incredible, always come up with something special.

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  12. Lorraine @ Not Quite NigellaJuly 13, 2011 at 4:17 AM

    Wow, nut free macarons!? Now I've seen everything! How creative! :D

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  13. Sylvie @ Gourmande in the KitchenJuly 13, 2011 at 5:28 AM

    I love all the experimenting you've been doing with macarons lately, very creative combinations!

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  14. Maris(In Good Taste)July 13, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    Beat you to it! Great guest post!

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  15. LoraJuly 13, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    Fantastic nut free macaron idea. Love the pumpkin filling.

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  16. Angie's RecipesJuly 13, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    You are a macaroons' fan ;-) Sunflower seeds seem a great substitute of nuts.

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  17. Heidi - Apples Under My BedJuly 13, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Nut-free macarons, bravo! Equality for all :)
    Heidi xo

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  18. Tina @flourtraderJuly 13, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    Very creative recipe. Sometimes being limited in ingredients can really be a strong motivator. Well done.

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  19. soniaJuly 13, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    Thanks for this! My daughter has a nut allergy and I've been wondering what to sub for nuts in macarons.

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  20. My Little Expat KitchenJuly 13, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Your macarons look perfect Xiaolu! And what a unique flavoring you've chosen. I have to try them!
    Magda

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  21. JanineJuly 13, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Oh wow the flavor combinations sound absolutely terrific and I absolutely love coconut and pumpkin! I'm surprised the feet turned out so well for nut-free macarons in fact!

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  22. What's for dessert?July 13, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Beautiful and unique!

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  23. foodwanderingsJuly 13, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    You rock girl!! Gorgeous mac & flavor profile for your nut free mac and am so happy you joined the Nut Free Divas reigns! So happy to have you as a guest Xiaolu. You are one of the most talented girls I know!!

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  24. XiaoluJuly 13, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    Thanks, everyone!

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  25. The CilantropistJuly 13, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Wow I am so impressed with your creativity!

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  26. Ann@Anncoo JournalJuly 13, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    Another great guest post Xiaolu :) Love the combination of pumpkin, looks very pretty and delicious :)

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  27. JoanneJuly 13, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    I'm fairly certain you are the coolest person I know. Off to check it out!

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  28. micheleJuly 13, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    what a beautiful post! it especially holds dear to me, as my one-year old daughter is allergic to ALL nuts! we had to sneak-eat my july 4th macarons - i turned her stroller the other way and gave her a handful of goldfish crackers, while the rest of us turned our backs to her and gobbled up the macarons so she coudln't see - so sad!

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  29. tigerfishJuly 13, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    I wish I were the one who had that bite ...

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  30. JuniaJuly 13, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    you are the macaron queen! love the pumpkin filling! going to check out the post now :)

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  31. AnnapetJuly 13, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    I have to try sunflower seed soon! I, too enjoy testing out new ingredients. Creating macarons is exciting!

    They are lovely, and for sure delicious! Beautiful photographs, too!

    Thank you for sharing!

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  32. AnhJuly 13, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    very creative! I really wanna try this! Wish u were closer!

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  33. Lisa H.July 13, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    You have taken 'macarons making and baking' to a new level ...
    super wow... I love these... :D

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  34. pickyin @ LifeIsGreatJuly 13, 2011 at 11:29 PM

    Xiaolu, can you consider shipping your bakes? Am drooling at each of new creations! Ish...

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  35. Shannon RileyJuly 14, 2011 at 1:33 AM

    I LOVE PUMPKIN! Delicious, i want one right now! :D

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  36. Su-yinJuly 14, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    I love how creative this is! Love it, especially the sunflower seed/coconut combination.

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  37. SueJuly 14, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    Your macarons are always the epitome of perfection! What great flavors. Have a wonderful weekend, Xiaolu!

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  38. naomiJuly 15, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    I've not heard of a nut free macaron, but it makes total sense and looks gorgeous!

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  39. sliceofmylyfeJuly 15, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    What unlikely combinations!ButI feel they all blend beautifully together..Sensationally photography adds to the overall splendour

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  40. XiaoluJuly 16, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    Thanks for the support, everyone!

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  41. Connie the Cookie MonsterJuly 16, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    these look absolutely gorgeous (and tasty!)
    im actually really intimidated by the thought of making macarons lolol

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  42. amanda@seegirlcookJuly 18, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    these look perfect! i'm envious of your mad macaroon making skills... i'm still practicing!

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  43. FaridaAugust 8, 2011 at 4:02 AM

    This is new recipe for me and i want to try it soon, thanks for share.

    farida
    http://kitcensuperfood.com

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  44. eatme_deliciousAugust 16, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    I never would have thought to use sunflower seeds in macarons! Brilliant. And they turned out perfectly.

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