Description
Discover the secret to perfect French macarons with this foolproof recipe! Light, delicate almond flour shells paired with a rich raspberry buttercream filling make these macarons an irresistible treat. Perfect for special occasions or an elegant everyday indulgence, these macarons are sure to impress.
Ingredients
For the Macaron Shells:
3 egg whites
¼ cup white sugar (50g)
2 cups powdered sugar (200g)
1 cup almond flour (120g)
Pinch of salt
¼ tsp cream of tartar
For the Raspberry Buttercream Filling:
¼ cup salted butter
¾ cup powdered sugar
3 tbsp raspberry juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Whites:
- In a clean, dry bowl, whip the egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the white sugar, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, sift together the powdered sugar and almond flour. This ensures the mixture is fine and free of lumps.
- Fold Ingredients Together:
- Gently fold the sifted almond flour and powdered sugar mixture into the whipped egg whites. Fold until the batter flows smoothly from the spatula.
- Pipe and Rest:
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe small, uniform circles onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Tap the baking sheet gently on the counter to release air bubbles. Let the piped batter rest for 20-30 minutes to form a skin on the surface.
- Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake the macarons for 15 minutes, or until they have a smooth, glossy surface and easily lift off the parchment paper.
- Prepare the Filling:
- While the macarons are baking, make the raspberry buttercream. Beat the salted butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
- Mix in the raspberry juice until well combined.
- Assemble:
- Once the macaron shells are completely cooled, pair them up and pipe a small amount of raspberry buttercream onto the flat side of one shell. Top with the second shell to create a sandwich.
Notes
Ensure that mixing bowls and utensils are completely clean and free from any grease to avoid issues with whipping egg whites.
Allow macarons to fully cool before assembling to prevent the filling from melting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 80 kcal
