Magic happens when sugar, almond flour, and airy egg whites come together in perfect harmony to form the delicate disks the French call macarons. Follow this step-by-step guide and what goes on in those patisseries will no longer be a mystery! Store macarons in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Ingredients
Buttercream
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups confectioners' sugar
- 1 cup blanched almond flour
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 3 egg whites, room temperature
- ¼ cup superfine sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 drops gel food coloring
Directions
Step 1
Combine confectioners' sugar, almond flour, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse a few times until extra-fine. Sift through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl.
Step 2
Beat egg whites with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and cream of tartar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment until frothy. Gradually add superfine sugar and vanilla and continue to beat on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Do not overbeat; tips of peaks should hold their shape but curl over slightly.
Step 3
Gently fold 1/3 of the almond flour mixture into the egg whites, turning bowl occasionally, until nearly combined. Drop in food coloring. Add remaining almond flour mixture in 2 additions, gently folding until a batter comes together. Batter should fall off the spatula in thick ribbons without breaking.
Step 4
Transfer batter to a piping bag with a #804 pastry tip. Line 2 light-colored baking sheets with silicone macaron mats. Pipe batter into each circle on the mats. Tap baking sheets 4 times against the counter to release any air bubbles. Let macarons sit at room temperature until dry to the touch, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Step 5
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
Step 6
Bake macarons in the preheated oven until bottoms rise slightly off the mats to form 'feet', 17 to 20 minutes. Switch baking sheets positions halfway through.
Step 7
Let macarons cool on the mats for 15 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, at least 15 minutes.
Step 8
Meanwhile, beat butter and confectioners' sugar together using an electric mixer until creamy. Add heavy cream and vanilla extract; beat until combined.
Step 9
Transfer buttercream to a piping bag with a #4 pastry tip. Pipe buttercream onto 1/2 of the macarons. Top with the other halves to create sandwiches.
Cook’s Note:
Substitute vanilla with any of your favorite flavor extracts, such as almond and mint.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 48 | |
Calories 104 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat6g | 7% |
Saturated Fat3g | 14% |
Cholesterol11mg | 4% |
Sodium53mg | 2% |
Total Carbohydrate14g | 5% |
Dietary Fiber0g | 1% |
Total Sugars13g | |
Protein1g | |
Calcium2mg | 0% |
Potassium8mg | 0% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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