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Macaron Recipe

Delicious Macaron Recipe: Master Sweet Treats at Home

This macaron recipe reveals the secrets to crafting delicate, flavorful French macarons that are perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 46 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Finely ground for best results.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sift with almond flour.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Add gradually.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Optional.
For the Fillings
  • 1 cup Buttercream Flavor of choice.
  • 1 cup Ganache Chocolate and cream mixture.
  • 1 cup Fruit Jams Seasonal varieties.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Piping Bag
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

How to Make Macarons
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Sift the almond flour and powdered sugar together in a bowl.
  2. Whip Egg Whites: Beat room-temperature egg whites until foamy, add granulated sugar and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
  3. Macaronage: Fold the almond flour mixture into the whipped egg whites gently.
  4. Pipe Shells: Transfer batter to a piping bag and pipe onto parchment-lined sheets.
  5. Rest: Allow piped shells to sit at room temperature for 30-60 minutes.
  6. Bake: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and bake for 16 minutes.
  7. Cool and Fill: Cool completely, then pair shells and fill with desired filling.
  8. Rest Again: Store filled macarons in the fridge overnight for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Optional: Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

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