Description
These Christmas macarons are crisp, colorful, and bursting with holiday flavors. Perfect for gifts or festive dessert tables.
Ingredients
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1 cup (100 g) almond flour, finely ground
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1 ¾ cup (200 g) powdered sugar
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3 large egg whites, room temperature
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¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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Food coloring (red, green, or festive colors)
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½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup (125 g) powdered sugar
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2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
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½ teaspoon peppermint extract, optional
Instructions
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Sift almond flour and powdered sugar into a bowl.
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Beat egg whites until foamy; gradually add granulated sugar to stiff peaks.
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Fold almond flour mixture into meringue until batter flows like lava.
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Divide batter; add food coloring if desired.
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Pipe 1.5-inch rounds onto a lined baking sheet.
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Rest 30–60 minutes until a thin skin forms.
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Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 15–18 minutes. Cool completely.
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Beat butter, add powdered sugar, flavoring, and cream for filling.
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Sandwich shells with filling, pressing lightly.
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Chill 1 hour, bring to room temperature, and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25mins
- Category: Cooking
- Cuisine: American