Description
Delicious heart-shaped macarons perfect for Valentine’s Day, made with almond flour and flavored fillings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 100g almond flour
- 200g powdered sugar
- 100g egg whites
- 50g granulated sugar
- Food coloring (red or pink)
Instructions
- Sift the almond flour and powdered sugar together in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites until frothy, then gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg white mixture.
- Add food coloring and mix until combined.
- Pipe the batter into heart shapes on a baking sheet.
- Let the piped macarons rest for 30 minutes to form a skin.
- Bake at 150°C for 15 minutes.
- Allow to cool completely before filling and sandwiching together.
Notes
Ensure the macarons are stored in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Best enjoyed within 2 days.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Calories: 100 per macaron
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 2g