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Peppermint Macarons

Delightful peppermint macarons with sweet, crisp shells and creamy peppermint buttercream, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine French, Holiday
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 100 kcal

Ingredients
  

Macaron Shells

  • 1 cup almond flour Finely ground for best results.
  • 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar Sifted.
  • 3 large egg whites Room temperature for best volume.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Gradually added to egg whites.
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract Flavoring for the shells.
  • Pinch salt Helps stabilize egg whites.
  • food coloring Optional, for decorating.

Peppermint Buttercream Filling

  • 1 cup unsalted butter Softened.
  • 3-4 cups powdered sugar To taste, for sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract For the filling flavor.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, sift together almond flour and powdered sugar.
  • In a separate bowl, whip egg whites with a pinch of salt until foamy.
  • Gradually add granulated sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold in the almond flour mixture and peppermint extract, adding food coloring if desired.
  • Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • Let them sit for 30-60 minutes to form a skin.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, then cool completely.

Buttercream Filling

  • For the buttercream, beat softened butter until creamy.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar and peppermint extract until smooth.
  • Pipe the buttercream onto half of the macaron shells and sandwich with the other half.
  • Let them mature in the fridge for at least 24 hours for best flavor, then enjoy!

Notes

Store macarons in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to a month. Thaw in the fridge before serving. Tips: Ensure egg whites are at room temperature, sift ingredients to avoid lumps, and allow macarons to form a skin for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 30mgSugar: 9g
Keyword Baking, Dessert Recipe, holiday treats, macarons, Peppermint Macarons
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