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Macaron Recipe

Irresistible Macaron Recipe: Easy, Flavorful, and Fun!

Discover this easy macaron recipe, perfect for beginners, and learn to make these delightful French treats.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Resting Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 33 minutes
Servings: 24 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Use finely ground for best texture.
  • 1.75 cups Powdered Sugar Sift well to eliminate lumps.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Room temperature for maximum volume.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Added gradually to egg whites.
  • few drops Gel Food Coloring Add sparingly for vibrant colors.
For the Buttercream Filling
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Softened, at room temperature.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sift to prevent clumps.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract.
  • splash Milk Add gradually for desired consistency.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Piping bag
  • spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together twice into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Whip egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form, then gradually add granulated sugar.
  3. Fold the sifted dry ingredients into the whipped egg whites until the batter flows like molten lava.
  4. Pipe small circles of batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and tap to release air bubbles.
  5. Let the piped shells sit until a slight skin forms, about 30-45 minutes.
  6. Bake at 300°F for 15-18 minutes until set with signature feet.
  7. Cream together softened butter and gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk for the filling.
  8. Once cooled, pair macaron shells and pipe buttercream on one, sandwiching another shell on top.
  9. Let assembled macarons rest in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Keep filled macarons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Unfilled shells can be stored at room temperature for 2-3 days.

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