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Christmas Macarons

Indulgent Christmas Macarons That Will Wow Your Guests

Delightful Christmas Macarons that combine vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup almond flour or sunflower seed flour for nut allergies
  • 3 large egg whites or aquafaba for a vegan option
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • as needed food coloring for vibrant colors
For the Filling
  • 1 cup filling of choice e.g., buttercream, ganache, or fruit preserves

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • sifter
  • whisk
  • piping bags
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Measure all your ingredients carefully and set them aside.
  2. Sift the Dry Ingredients: Sift together the powdered sugar and almond flour.
  3. Whip the Egg Whites: Whip the egg whites until frothy with soft peaks.
  4. Create Stiff Peaks: Gradually add granulated sugar while whipping to form stiff peaks.
  5. Stabilize the Meringue: Add cream of tartar and whip until glossy and firm.
  6. Fold in the Dry Mix: Gently fold the sifted mixture into the meringue.
  7. Add Food Coloring: Divide the batter and stir in food coloring.
  8. Pipe the Macarons: Pipe small circles onto a lined baking sheet.
  9. Rest the Piped Macarons: Allow to sit at room temperature for 30-60 minutes.
  10. Bake the Macarons: Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 15-20 minutes.
  11. Cool the Macarons: Let them cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes.
  12. Assemble with Your Filling: Spread or pipe filling onto one shell and top with another.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 8gCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These macarons have a delicate texture and are perfect for impressing guests during the holiday season.

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