Description
These heart-shaped macarons are a delightful treat, combining almond flour and vanilla for irresistible flavor. They’re simple to prepare and ideal for any brunch or party setting.
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 and set aside.
- In a bowl or stand mixer, add egg whites and cream of tartar. Beat on medium-low speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add granulated sugar and continue beating until almost stiff peaks form.
- Mix in red gel food coloring and vanilla extract, beating until stiff peaks form.
- Fold a third of the dry ingredients into the egg white mixture using a spatula until fully incorporated.
- Continue folding in the remaining dry ingredients until the mixture forms a
Notes
Make sure the egg whites are at room temperature for best results.
Piping the batter carefully ensures beautiful shapes.
Allowing the macarons to rest is crucial for achieving the perfect texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg