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Delicious Macarons: Your Ultimate Guide to Perfect Treats

Master the art of making macarons with this step-by-step guide to perfecting these delightful French treats.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Drying Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 24 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 150 grams almond flour Use super fine for best texture.
  • 150 grams powdered sugar Contributes to macaron's smooth exterior.
  • 120 grams egg whites Use room temperature for best results.
  • 150 grams granulated sugar Stabilizes the meringue.
  • pinch salt Enhances flavor and stabilizes meringue.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Add classic flavor.
  • as needed food coloring Optional, use gel or powdered.
For the Fillings
  • as needed macaron filling Choose from frosting, jam, lemon curd, or ganache.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Piping Bag
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sift together almond flour and powdered sugar into a mixing bowl. Set aside.
  2. Whip egg whites with a pinch of salt until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gently fold the sifted mixture into the meringue until you achieve a smooth, lava-like consistency.
  4. Pipe rounds of batter onto lined baking sheets, then tap to remove bubbles.
  5. Allow to dry at room temperature until a skin forms, about 30-60 minutes.
  6. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 15-20 minutes until they form feet.
  7. Cool macarons on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Fill with desired fillings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 8gCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Baking macarons can be a challenging yet rewarding experience. Ensure accuracy in measuring ingredients for the best results.

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