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Gluten-free sweet cookie flavored with lemon and coconut
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Gluten-free lemon coconut cookie (18 g) has 87 calories. That works out to 485 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.1 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 18 g
87
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
11.1g
· 4% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 4% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 87 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.72 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 47 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 18 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 28 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 146 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 36 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 45 g | 218 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 54 g | 262 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 70 g | 340 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 485 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 120 g | 582 kcal |
Calculated from 485 calories per 100 g.
A gluten-free lemon coconut cookie is made with a gluten-free flour blend, coconut, lemon zest, and the binding ingredients called for in the recipe. Mix only until the dough comes together, shape it, and bake until the edges are lightly golden.
A gluten-free lemon coconut cookie often crumbles because the dough is too dry or lacks enough binding. Measure the flour carefully, let the dough rest before shaping, and leave the baked cookies on the tray until fully cool so they firm up.
Yes, but coconut flour cannot replace a gluten-free flour blend in equal amounts; it absorbs much more liquid. Unless the recipe is designed for coconut flour, the cookies may turn out dry and crumbly. Use the flour specified for the best texture.
Lemon zest gives a gluten-free lemon coconut cookie a stronger lemon aroma, while lemon juice adds extra liquid. You can use both, but keep the juice modest so the dough does not become too wet and lose its shape.
Store gluten-free lemon coconut cookies in an airtight container once they have cooled completely. Keep them in a cool, dry place, away from humidity, which can soften them. Discard cookies if you notice mold, an unusual smell, or a marked change in texture.
Yes, gluten-free lemon coconut cookies freeze well. Cool them completely, layer them with parchment paper in a sealed freezer-safe container, and thaw at room temperature before serving. Briefly warming thawed cookies in the oven can refresh their texture.
Yes, you can prepare gluten-free lemon coconut cookie dough ahead and refrigerate it covered. Chilling can make the dough easier to handle; if it becomes too firm to shape, let it soften briefly at room temperature before baking.
Gluten-free lemon coconut cookies are often hard because they were overbaked or too much flour was added. Take them out while the centers still feel slightly soft; they continue to set as they cool on the baking tray.
Yes, a gluten-free lemon coconut cookie can be made without eggs, but simply leaving them out may make the dough fall apart. Use an egg substitute suited to baking, and check that the dough holds together before shaping and baking.
Yes, sweetened coconut can be used in a gluten-free lemon coconut cookie, but it will make the result sweeter than unsweetened coconut. Reduce other added sweetener if the recipe allows, and check that the coconut is suitable for your gluten-free requirements.
Vitamins
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.36µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.16mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.08mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Sodium
47mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
14mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A gluten-free lemon coconut cookie brings together bright citrus flavour and the sweet, fragrant taste of coconut. Recipes vary, but they commonly use a gluten-free flour or starch blend, with lemon zest or juice for flavour; it is a baked treat rather than a dish tied to one particular region.
The texture can range from crisp at the edges to tender or slightly chewy, depending on the recipe. It is easy to serve with tea or coffee, pack as a small snack, or add to a dessert plate. Coconut gives it a richer feel than a plain biscuit, so a medium piece can be satisfying; for a less-sweet pairing, serve it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.