Macarons

Delight in the delicate beauty of French macarons, where almond flour meets airy meringue, creating a sweet canvas for your favorite fillings. Perfect for afternoon tea or special celebrations, these colorful treats are sure to impress.

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 3 large egg whites
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Food coloring optional gel food coloring
• Filling of choice as needed buttercream or ganache

Method

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a bowl, sift together the almond flour and powdered sugar until well combined.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar while continuing to whisk until stiff peaks form.

4. 4

   Gently fold in the almond flour mixture into the egg whites in three additions, being careful not to deflate the meringue. If desired, add food coloring during this step.

5. 5

   Transfer the mixture to a piping bag and pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each.

6. 6

   Let the piped macarons sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to form a skin on top.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the shells have risen and have a shiny exterior.

8. 8

   Allow the macarons to cool completely before carefully removing them from the parchment. Fill with your choice of filling and sandwich together.