Description
Experience the exquisite combination of raspberry and rose flavors with these homemade macarons. Their delicate, crunchy exterior encases a creamy filling that is sure to impress. Perfect for special occasions like Mother’s Day or as a thoughtful gift, these macarons not only look stunning but taste even better. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll feel like a pastry chef in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour (finely ground)
- 1 cup icing sugar
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup raspberry puree (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tsp rose water (high-quality)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 oz cream cheese (block)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whip egg whites in a clean bowl until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sift almond flour and icing sugar together in another bowl, then gently fold into the meringue until it reaches a lava-like consistency.
- Incorporate raspberry puree and rose water gently.
- Pipe small circles onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each.
- Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to form a skin before baking for 15-20 minutes.
- While cooling, prepare the filling by beating softened butter and cream cheese with raspberry puree until smooth.
- Once cooled, sandwich filling between macaron shells and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg