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French Macarons

Delicate, colorful French macarons with airy almond meringue shells and luscious creamy filling. This step-by-step recipe makes bakery-quality gluten-free macarons that are versatile for any celebration.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 24 macarons
Calories 90 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Food coloring
  • Filling of your choice such as ganache or buttercream

Instructions
 

  • Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Set aside.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the powdered sugar and almond flour to remove lumps and ensure a smooth batter. Repeat sifting if needed.
  • In a large bowl using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue mixing until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  • Add the vanilla extract and food coloring to the meringue, mixing gently until evenly incorporated.
  • Fold the dry ingredients into the meringue using a rubber spatula. Gently mix until the batter flows in ribbons and falls off the spatula in a figure-eight pattern. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe 1 1/2 inch circles onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about an inch apart.
  • Tap the baking sheets firmly on the counter to remove any air bubbles. Let the macarons sit at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes until the tops are no longer sticky to the touch.
  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake the macarons for 12 to 15 minutes. The tops should be set and the macarons should easily lift off the parchment once cooled.
  • Allow the shells to cool completely on the baking sheets. Match them in pairs of similar size.
  • Pipe your desired filling onto one side of each pair and sandwich together.
  • Refrigerate the filled macarons in an airtight container for at least 24 hours before serving for best texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSodium: 10mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
Keyword macarons, almond cookies, gluten free, French dessert, baking
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