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pink macarons

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Delicate pink macarons with a smooth, creamy filling offer a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, ideal for any special occasion or afternoon treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup almond flour
  • 2 large egg whites, at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • Pink gel food coloring
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
  • 1 teaspoon heavy cream (for filling)

Instructions

  1. Sift together powdered sugar and almond flour to remove lumps.
  2. In a clean bowl, whisk egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar and continue whisking to stiff peaks.
  3. Add a few drops of pink gel food coloring and vanilla extract to the meringue, gently fold to combine.
  4. Fold the almond flour mixture into the meringue carefully until batter flows like lava.
  5. Pipe small circles onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Tap the baking sheet to release air bubbles and let the piped batter rest for 30-45 minutes until a skin forms.
  7. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and bake macarons for 15-18 minutes.
  8. Let the shells cool completely before removing from the parchment.
  9. Prepare the filling by beating butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
  10. Sandwich two shells together with the buttercream filling.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving for best texture and flavor.

Notes

For best results, use aged egg whites and avoid overmixing the batter to prevent hollow macarons. You can experiment with different fillings like chocolate ganache or fruit preserves.

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