Description
Delightful Key Lime Macarons with a vibrant color and zesty flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon lime zest
- Green food coloring (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- Juice of 2 key limes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sift together almond flour and powdered sugar in a large bowl to ensure there are no lumps.
- Whip the egg whites until they become foamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and cream of tartar while you continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the sifted almond flour and powdered sugar mixture into the meringue, adding vanilla extract, lime zest, and food coloring if desired.
- Pipe small circles of the mixture onto the lined baking sheet, giving them enough space to spread.
- Allow the macarons to sit for 30-60 minutes until they develop a skin.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, then let them cool completely before handling.
- Prepare the filling by beating together softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Add lime juice and mix until combined.
- Pipe the filling onto half of the macaron shells and sandwich them with the other half.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious Key Lime Macarons!
Notes
Store leftover macarons in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze them for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg