Description
Macarons are exquisite French cookies that combine a crisp exterior with a soft, chewy interior. With their vibrant colors and diverse flavors, they are perfect for any occasion—whether celebrating or simply indulging. This beginner-friendly recipe will guide you step-by-step to create these elegant treats in your kitchen, impressing everyone with your baking skills.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour (100g)
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (150g)
- 3 large egg whites (aged)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (50g)
- Gel-based food coloring (to preference)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (or other flavoring)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace: Clean thoroughly and preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: Sift together almond flour and powdered sugar twice until fine.
- Whip egg whites: Beat egg whites until frothy; gradually add granulated sugar and whip to stiff peaks.
- Color and flavor: Fold in food coloring and vanilla extract gently to avoid deflating the mixture.
- Combine mixtures: Gently fold the dry mix into the egg whites until a lava-like consistency is achieved.
- Pipe: Transfer batter to a piping bag and pipe small circles on prepared sheets; tap sheets to release air bubbles.
- Rest: Allow piped macarons to sit for about 30 minutes until they form a skin.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until they rise and develop feet without cracking.
- Cool and fill: Let cool completely before pairing shells and adding filling of choice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use aged egg whites for better stability in meringue. Experiment with different flavor extracts like raspberry or pistachio for unique taste variations.