Description

These Heart-Shaped Macarons are delightful with their crispy shells and creamy filling. Made from almond flour and egg whites, they are perfect for adding a touch of sweetness to any brunch. Simple steps make these macarons an easy choice for delicious homemade treats.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (100g) almond flour
1½ cups (180g) powdered sugar
3 large egg whites (around 90 grams), at room temperature
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
¼ cup granulated sugar
¼ teaspoon red gel food coloring
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Print out 4 copies of the Heart Template.
Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together twice into a large bowl and set aside.
In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium-low speed until soft peaks form.
Gradually add granulated sugar and continue beating until almost stiff peaks are reached.
Mix in red gel food coloring and vanilla extract; beat until stiff peaks form.
Fold in one third of the dry ingredients into the egg whites until fully combined. Then, fold in the remaining dry ingredients until the batter can run off the spatula in a 'figure 8' without breaking.
Transfer the batter into a piping bag with a small round tip.
Place heart templates on a cookie sheet, cover with parchment paper, and pipe the batter to fill the hearts. Use a toothpick for shaping.
Tap the pan on the counter to remove air bubbles and pop any on the surface with a toothpick.
Let macarons rest in a dry place for 45 minutes to an hour until tops are not tacky to the touch.
Preheat the oven to 315°F (160°C).
Bake the macarons for 13 minutes, allowing them to rise and form 'feet.'
Cool macarons on a rack for 10 minutes before removing from the pan and allow to cool fully.

Notes

Make sure to sift the almond flour and powdered sugar well to avoid lumps.
Resting the macarons is crucial for achieving the right texture.
Store the finished macarons in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 macaron
Calories: 120
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 30mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg