Description
Delightful heart-shaped macarons perfect for gifting on special occasions or just to treat yourself.
Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 large egg whites (at room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Red or pink food coloring (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- Pinch of salt
- Red food coloring (optional for filling)
Instructions
- Sift the powdered sugar and almond flour together into a bowl and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add granulated sugar and whisk until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the almond flour and powdered sugar mixture into the egg whites gently. Add food coloring if desired.
- Transfer the macaron batter into a piping bag. Pipe heart shapes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Let the piped macarons sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake the macarons for 18 to 20 minutes until firm.
- For the buttercream filling, beat softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then mix in cream/milk.
- Assemble the macarons by piping buttercream onto the flat side of one shell and sandwiching it with another shell.
- Refrigerate the assembled macarons for at least 24 hours before serving.
Notes
Store macarons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Best enjoyed within the first few days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French