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French Macarons with Vanilla Buttercream Filling

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Elegant French macarons with delicate almond shells, crisp on the outside and chewy inside, filled with a smooth and creamy vanilla buttercream.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 20 macarons
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for buttercream)
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Line baking sheets with parchment paper and prepare a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
  2. Sift together the almond flour and powdered sugar in a bowl to remove lumps and create a smooth mixture.
  3. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until foamy.
  4. Gradually add granulated sugar while beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the almond flour mixture into the whipped egg whites using a spatula until the batter becomes smooth and flows slowly like a thick ribbon.
  6. Transfer the batter to the piping bag and pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Tap the baking sheets lightly on the counter to release air bubbles.
  8. Let the macarons rest for 30 to 40 minutes until a thin skin forms on the surface.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 15 to 18 minutes.
  10. Allow the shells to cool completely before removing them from the parchment paper.
  11. To make the buttercream, beat softened butter until creamy.
  12. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and milk or cream gradually while beating until light and fluffy.
  13. Pipe a small amount of buttercream onto one macaron shell and gently press another shell on top to create a sandwich.

Notes

  • Make sure egg whites are at room temperature for better whipping.
  • Sifting almond flour and powdered sugar helps create smooth macaron shells.
  • Allow macarons to rest before baking to prevent cracking.
  • Food coloring can be added to the batter for decorative shells.
  • Alternative fillings include chocolate ganache, raspberry jam, or lemon curd.
  • Macarons often taste better after resting in the refrigerator overnight.

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