Description
Indulge in the enchanting world of pastel macarons, delicate treats that combine a satisfying crunch with a chewy center. These colorful confections are not only visually stunning but also offer endless flavor possibilities, making them perfect for any celebration or cozy afternoon treat. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you’ll create macarons that are sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 ¾ cups icing sugar
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- Gel food coloring (as needed)
- 1 cup buttercream or favorite filling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a clean bowl, whip egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form and the mixture is glossy.
- Sift together almond flour and icing sugar, then gently fold into the meringue until well combined without deflating it.
- Add gel food coloring to achieve your desired hue and mix gently.
- Transfer batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip and pipe small circles onto prepared sheets, leaving space between them. Let rest for 30 minutes to form a skin before baking for 15-18 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg