Description
Indulge in the art of baking with this Easy Macaron Recipe, perfect for any occasion. These French confections are not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the palate, offering a balance of crisp exteriors and chewy interiors. With simple ingredients and customizable flavors, you can create macarons that impress guests or satisfy your sweet cravings at home. Whether you fill them with rich buttercream or vibrant fruit preserves, these delicate treats are sure to elevate your dessert game. Follow our straightforward instructions to master the technique and enjoy a fun baking experience!
Ingredients
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- 100 g super-fine almond flour
- 65 g powdered sugar
- 70 g egg whites (room temperature)
- 75 g fine granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- Gel food coloring (optional)
- 2 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 3 ½ tablespoons milk (for filling)
- ½ cup softened unsalted butter (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F) and line baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
- Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together into a bowl.
- In a clean mixing bowl, whip egg whites until foamy; gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold sifted dry ingredients into whipped egg whites until shiny and flowing slowly off the spatula.
- Pipe small circles onto prepared sheets and let sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Bake for 18 minutes until slightly risen; cool completely before filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (20g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg