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Delicious Raspberry Macarons

Delicious Raspberry Macarons are a visually stunning dessert with crispy shells and a sweet-tangy raspberry filling, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Macaron Shells
  • 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar Sifted for consistency
  • 1 cup almond flour, finely ground
  • 3 large egg whites, at room temperature Make sure they are at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • a few drops pink food coloring Use gel food color for best results
Raspberry Filling
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/4 cup raspberry jam For a sweet-tangy flavor
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Enhances the filling flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a bowl, sift together 1 3/4 cups of powdered sugar and 1 cup of almond flour.
  3. In a separate clean bowl, beat the 3 egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add in 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
  4. Mix in a few drops of pink food coloring to the whipped egg whites.
  5. Gently fold the almond flour mixture into the whipped egg whites without deflating the batter.
  6. Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe small circles on the baking sheets, about 1.5 inches apart.
  7. Allow the piped batter to rest for 20-30 minutes until tops feel dry to the touch.
Baking
  1. Bake the macarons for 18-20 minutes, ensuring they do not brown.
  2. Cool the macarons completely on the baking sheets.
Filling and Assembly
  1. While the shells cool, beat together the softened butter and sifted powdered sugar for the filling.
  2. Mix in the raspberry jam and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Pair the macaron shells and pipe the raspberry filling onto the flat side of one shell before topping it with another.
  4. For optimal flavor and texture, let the assembled macarons rest in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before serving.

Notes

Store macarons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for longer preservation. Allow to come to room temperature before serving.