Description
These elegant macarons combine rich chocolate ganache with a vibrant citrus flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon orange zest
- 1/4 teaspoon orange food coloring
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Prepare your baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine the powdered sugar and almond flour. Sift together to ensure a fine texture.
- Whisk the egg whites: Using a clean, grease-free bowl, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to whisk until you achieve stiff peaks.
- Combine the mixtures: Gently fold in the almond and powdered sugar mixture. Add the orange zest and food coloring to achieve a beautiful, vibrant hue.
- Pipe the batter: Transfer the macaron batter into a piping bag. Pipe rounds onto the prepared baking sheets, allowing space between each one. Let the piped macarons sit for about 30 minutes to form a skin.
- Bake: Place the trays in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. They should be firm to the touch. Allow the macarons to cool completely on the baking sheets.
- Prepare the ganache: In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it simmers. Pour it over the chopped dark chocolate and let it sit for a minute. Stir until smooth, then add the butter for added richness.
- Assembly: Once the macarons are cool, pipe a generous amount of chocolate ganache on the flat side of one shell and top it with another. Press gently to seal. Repeat until all shells are paired. Enjoy!
Notes
Macarons can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for up to a month between parchment paper layers.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 macarons
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg