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Christmas Macarons

Delicious Christmas Macarons for a Sweet Holiday Celebration

Delightful Christmas Macarons are the perfect festive treat for any holiday gathering, combining delicious flavors and vibrant colors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 46 minutes
Servings: 20 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 2 cups Almond Flour Can use hazelnut or pistachio flour for a twist.
  • 2 cups Confectioners' Sugar No direct substitution recommended.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Use room temperature eggs for best results.
  • 3 tablespoons Superfine Sugar Finely ground regular sugar can be substituted.
  • 1 pinch Salt Necessary for the perfect flavor.
For the Buttercream Filling
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Margarine can be used for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Substitute with non-dairy cream for a vegan-friendly version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Swap with almond extract for a unique profile.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Stand mixer
  • Piping bag
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, pulse together the almond flour and confectioners' sugar until well combined. Sift the mixture to eliminate any large pieces.
  2. Using a stand mixer, beat the egg whites and salt until frothy. Gradually add superfine sugar, whisking until dissolved.
  3. Fold the almond flour mixture into the meringue using a rubber spatula until the batter flows smoothly.
  4. Preheat oven to 300°F. Pipe small rounds of the batter onto parchment-lined sheets, then let rest for 30-60 minutes.
  5. Bake macarons for 14-16 minutes, rotating trays halfway through. Look for 'feet' and a smooth appearance.
  6. Cool macarons completely on trays. Once cool, peel them off the parchment.
  7. Cream butter and confectioners' sugar together, adding cream and vanilla until smooth. This will be the filling.
  8. Assemble the macarons by pairing similar-sized shells and piping the filling onto half, then top with another shell.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for maximum volume. Allow macarons to rest to form feet and cool completely before handling.

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