Description
These delightful Pink Velvet Macarons are a perfect combination of airy shells and rich chocolate ganache. Their stunning pink color and exquisite flavor make them an ideal treat for any occasion. Each bite is a sweet reminder of childhood baking memories, bringing warmth and joy to your gatherings. With this foolproof recipe, you can impress friends and family with stunning, restaurant-quality macarons that are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pink food coloring gel
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa content)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together in a bowl until light and airy.
- In another bowl, whip egg whites until foamy; gradually add granulated sugar and continue whipping until glossy peaks form.
- Fold in pink food coloring gel until desired shade is reached, then gently incorporate the dry ingredients into the meringue.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe small rounds onto prepared sheets; tap sheets gently to remove air bubbles.
- Let piped macarons rest for 30 minutes before baking for 15-18 minutes or until they lift easily from parchment paper.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering, then pour it over chopped dark chocolate; let sit for 5 minutes before stirring until smooth.
- Once macarons have cooled, sandwich them with chocolate ganache filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (20g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg