Description
Indulge in the exquisite world of pastel macarons, where each colorful bite delivers a perfect blend of crispness and creaminess. These elegant French treats are not just visually stunning but also surprisingly easy to make. Whether for a special occasion or a simple afternoon treat, these vibrant delicacies will surely delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour (finely ground)
- 1 ¾ cups icing sugar (sifted)
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- Gel food coloring (as desired)
- ½ cup buttercream filling (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, sift together almond flour and icing sugar.
- Whip egg whites in a clean bowl until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar and whip until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in gel food coloring, then carefully mix in the dry ingredients until smooth.
- Transfer batter to a piping bag and pipe small circles onto the prepared sheets. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to develop a skin.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until they form feet and lift off easily from parchment paper.
- Cool completely before filling with buttercream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Age your egg whites overnight for better results. Experiment with flavors by adding extracts like vanilla, raspberry, or matcha powder. Store macarons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.