Description
Santa Claus Macarons are a festive delight that will bring joy to your holiday gatherings. These whimsical treats feature delicate almond shells filled with creamy buttercream, creating a perfect balance of flavor and texture. With their vibrant red and white colors, these macarons are not only delicious but also a stunning addition to any dessert table. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced baker, this easy-to-follow recipe will help you create magical moments in the kitchen this holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites (aged)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp red gel food coloring
- 1 cup buttercream filling (vanilla or cream cheese)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (optional for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together almond flour and powdered sugar until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip egg whites until foamy; gradually add granulated sugar to form stiff peaks.
- Gently fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheets; let sit for 30 minutes to form a skin.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until easily lifted off parchment; let cool completely before filling with buttercream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 103
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg