Description
Learn how to make classic French Macarons with a delicate almond meringue shell and a creamy buttercream filling. These gluten-free treats are perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
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For the Macarons:
- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup almond flour, finely ground
- 3 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Food coloring gel (optional)
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or other flavor extract)
Instructions
- Prepare the Macarons: Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Sift powdered sugar and almond flour together. Beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and granulated sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in flour mixture and food coloring.
- Pipe the Macarons: Transfer batter to a piping bag. Pipe rounds onto baking sheets. Tap sheets to remove air bubbles. Let shells rest.
- Bake the Macarons: Preheat oven to 300°F. Bake macarons until set. Cool on sheets.
- Make the Filling: Beat butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla. Pipe onto macaron shells. Sandwich with remaining shells.
Notes
- Store macarons in the refrigerator for 24 hours before serving.
- Bring to room temperature before enjoying.
- Keep refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
