French Macarons with Vanilla Buttercream
Indulge in the elegance of homemade French Macarons with Vanilla Buttercream! These delightful cookies are characterized by their light, airy texture and vibrant colors, making them a stunning addition to any occasion. Perfect for beginners, this easy recipe guides you through the steps of crafting these sweet treats that are sure to impress your guests. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting an afternoon tea, or simply craving a delicious dessert, these macarons will melt in your mouth and leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Sift together almond flour and confectioners' sugar; set aside.
- Whip egg whites until foamy, gradually adding granulated sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the vanilla extract and dry ingredients.
- Pipe small circles onto prepared sheets, spacing them apart. Let rest for 30 minutes until they form a skin.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until they rise slightly and form feet. Allow to cool completely.
- For the buttercream, beat butter until creamy, then add confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pair similar-sized macaron shells and fill with buttercream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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