Description
Indulge in the delicate and delightful flavors of homemade Strawberry Macarons. These French-inspired treats feature a crisp almond shell filled with a luscious strawberry buttercream, perfect for any special occasion or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
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For the Macarons:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup almond flour (finely ground)
- 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- pink gel food coloring (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberry powder
- 1–2 teaspoons heavy cream (as needed)
Instructions
- Prepare the Macarons: Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Sift powdered sugar and almond flour. Beat egg whites with cream of tartar, add granulated sugar, and beat until stiff peaks form. Fold in dry ingredients and pipe circles. Let rest, then bake.
- Make the Filling: Beat butter until creamy, add powdered sugar, strawberry powder, and cream. Pipe onto macaron shells and assemble sandwiches. Chill before serving.
Notes
- Use gel coloring to avoid moisture.
- Macarons improve in texture after refrigerating.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
