Description
Heart Shape Macarons are a delightful fusion of elegance and sweetness, ideal for romantic occasions and special celebrations. These delicate French cookies feature a crisp exterior that gives way to a soft, chewy interior, filled with luscious buttercream or rich ganache. Their charming heart shape and vibrant colors not only make them visually stunning but also offer endless possibilities for flavor customization, allowing you to create unique variations perfect for any palate. Whether served at weddings, anniversaries, or as a sweet surprise for someone special, these macarons will elevate any moment into an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- Food coloring (optional)
- Buttercream or ganache (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Sift together almond flour and powdered sugar twice until smooth.
- Beat egg whites with salt until foamy; gradually add granulated sugar and whisk to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the meringue until well combined.
- Pipe heart shapes onto prepared sheets and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until set. Cool completely before filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg