Ingredients
– 1 cup almond flour
– 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar
– 3 large egg whites
– ¼ cup granulated sugar
– ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
– Food coloring (optional)
– Buttercream or filling of choice (for assembly)
Instructions
Creating wreath macarons can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare Baking Sheets: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats. Use a round piping tip to create circles as a guide for your macarons.
2. Sift Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, sift together the almond flour and powdered sugar to ensure there are no lumps.
3. Whip Egg Whites: In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy, then gradually add the granulated sugar. Continue to whip until stiff peaks form.
4. Add Flavor and Color: Gently fold in the vanilla extract and food coloring into the meringue mixture until fully combined.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the sifted almond flour and powdered sugar into the meringue. Use a spatula to gently mix until the batter flows like lava.
6. Pipe the Macarons: Transfer the batter into a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe wreath shapes onto the prepared baking sheets, using the guides you created earlier.
7. Let Them Rest: Allow the piped macarons to rest for 30-60 minutes until a skin forms on the surface.
8. Bake: Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake the macarons for 15-20 minutes, rotating halfway through for even baking.
9. Cool Completely: Once baked, remove the macarons from the oven and let them cool on the sheets for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
10. Assemble: Once cooled, pair the macarons and pipe your favorite buttercream or filling between them to create sandwiches.
These steps will guide you in creating incredible wreath macarons that are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20 macarons
- Calories: 90 kcal per macaron
- Fat: 3g
- Protein: 2g