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Christmas Macarons

Delicate French cookies with vibrant colors and enchanting flavors, perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Macaron Shells
  • 2 cups almond flour Ensure it is finely ground.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Sifted for texture.
  • 4 large egg whites Best if aged for a day or two.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Gradually added to egg whites.
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Helps stabilize the egg whites.
  • Food coloring (optional) Use to achieve desired colors.
Filling Options
  • Filling of choice (buttercream, ganache, or jam) Customize according to preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, sift together the almond flour and powdered sugar until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Then, add the cream of tartar and continue beating until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually add the granulated sugar to the egg whites, beating continuously until stiff peaks form.
  5. If desired, add food coloring to the egg white mixture and gently fold until the color is consistent.
  6. Gently fold the almond flour mixture into the egg whites until the batter flows like lava.
  7. Pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart. Let them rest for 30 minutes to form a skin on the surface.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the macarons have risen and formed their signature 'feet.'
  2. Allow them to cool completely before filling with your favorite filling.

Notes

Store macarons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to one month. Separate with parchment paper to avoid sticking. Experiment with different fillings such as peppermint extract, chocolate ganache, or fruit jams.