Description
These delightful Heart-Shaped Macarons combine the nutty flavor of almond flour with a sweet vanilla cream filling, perfect for brunch gatherings. Simple to make and irresistibly delicious, they make a charming treat for any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (100g) almond flour*
- 1½ cups (180g) powdered sugar*
- 3 large egg whites around 90 grams, at room temperature*
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon red gel food coloring*
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Print out 4 copies of the Heart Template.
- Sift the almond flour and powdered sugar together twice into a large bowl. Set aside.
- In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine egg whites and cream of tartar. Beat on medium-low speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add granulated sugar, then beat until almost stiff peaks are formed.
- Mix in red gel food coloring and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form, ensuring the bowl can be inverted without the mixture falling out.
- Fold in a third of the dry mixture into the egg whites gently. Then, add the remaining dry ingredients until the batter can run off the spatula in a 'figure 8'. Be cautious not to over mix.
- Transfer the batter into a piping bag with a small round tip.
- Place two heart templates on a cookie sheet, covering with parchment paper. Pipe batter into the shapes, spreading to form a well-defined heart shape.
- Tap the pan on the counter several times to release any air bubbles and pop surface bubbles with a toothpick.
- Let macarons rest in a dry area for 45 minutes to an hour until not tacky.
- Preheat the oven to 315°F (160°C).
- Bake one sheet at a time for 13 minutes, until they rise and develop ‘feet’.
- After baking, cool on a rack for 10 minutes, then remove the pan and let cool completely on the rack.
Notes
Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for optimal volume.
Rest macarons before baking to ensure proper texture and finish.
Use a toothpick to check for and eliminate air bubbles before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg