Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Santa Claus Macarons! Perfectly crafted, these charming treats feature a delicate almond shell filled with a creamy blend of vanilla and peppermint. Their vibrant colors and enchanting flavors make them an irresistible addition to your holiday celebrations. Whether enjoyed at Christmas parties or as sweet gifts, these macarons are sure to spread joy and deliciousness this season.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup cream cheese or buttercream frosting (for filling)
- Red and green gel food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together almond flour and powdered sugar in a bowl until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip egg whites until frothy. Gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the meringue using a spatula, adding food coloring for desired shades.
- Pipe small circles onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each macaron.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until firm; allow to cool completely.
- Pipe filling onto half of the shells and sandwich with remaining shells.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (25g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg