Name: Macaron Recipe for Beginners
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 16 min
Total time: 46 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 cup finely ground almond flour (sifted); 3/4 cup powdered sugar; 2 egg whites (room temperature); 1/4 cup white sugar; Gel food coloring (optional); 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) for the buttercream filling; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar for the buttercream filling; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for the buttercream filling

Description

Indulge in the delightful world of French pastries with this Macaron Recipe for Beginners. These colorful, chewy treats are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a tea party, or simply treating yourself. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can create beautiful macarons that not only look impressive but also offer endless possibilities for flavor and color customization. Enjoy the satisfaction of mastering this classic dessert that’s as fun to make as it is delicious to eat!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup finely ground almond flour (sifted)
3/4 cup powdered sugar
2 egg whites (room temperature)
1/4 cup white sugar
Gel food coloring (optional)
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) for the buttercream filling
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar for the buttercream filling
1 teaspoon vanilla extract for the buttercream filling

Instructions

Prep your workspace by cleaning your counter and laying out parchment paper.
Sift almond flour and powdered sugar into a bowl to ensure a lump-free batter.
Whip room temperature egg whites until frothy; gradually add white sugar until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold in the sifted dry ingredients until the batter flows smoothly.
Pipe small circles onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper; tap to release air bubbles.
Let piped macarons rest for 30-60 minutes until dry to the touch.
Bake in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 14-16 minutes.
Cool completely before filling with buttercream.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 16 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 macaron (15g)
Calories: 75
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 0mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Customize flavors with different extracts like lemon or raspberry. Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for best volume when whipping. Use precise piping techniques for uniform macaron shapes.