Perfect Macarons Recipe
Learn how to make perfect macarons with this foolproof recipe. These delicate French treats are sure to impress your friends and family!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 filled macarons 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Whites:
- 200 grams egg whites (room temperature, preferably day-old)
Dry Ingredients:
- 275 grams almond flour
- 250 grams powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt (Morton’s Coarse Kosher)
- 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
Additional:
- Gel food coloring
- Various fillings
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Whites – Separate the egg whites at least a day before making the macarons. Keep them at room temperature overnight.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients – Sift almond flour and powdered sugar, then combine in a bowl.
- Make the Meringue – Beat egg whites, cream of tartar, salt, and granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Add Food Coloring – Mix in gel food coloring until combined.
- Macaronage – Gently fold in the dry ingredients until the batter flows like magma.
- Pipe the Macarons – Pipe rounds onto baking sheets and tap to remove bubbles.
- Bake the Macarons – Bake at 275ºF for 18 minutes; let cool before filling.
- Filling the Macarons – Pair shells, fill, and refrigerate for 24 hours before serving.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Macarons are best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filled macaron
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: macarons, French dessert, almond flour, meringue, baking
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