Description

These delightful Heart-Shaped Macarons are a treat for any occasion. Their light texture and sweet flavor, thanks to almond flour, egg whites, and creamy filling, make them an easy homemade dessert that’s simply irresistible!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (100g) almond flour
1½ cups (180g) powdered sugar
3 large egg whites around 90 grams, at room temperature
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
¼ cup granulated sugar
¼ teaspoon red gel food coloring
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
¼ cup unsalted butter softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Print out 4 copies of the Heart Template.
Sift the almond flour and powdered sugar together twice into a large bowl. Set aside.
In a large bowl, pour in the egg whites and cream of tartar. Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
Slowly add the granulated sugar while beating until almost stiff peaks are achieved.
Mix in red gel food coloring and vanilla extract, then beat until stiff peaks form.
Fold in one-third of the dry ingredients into the egg white mixture until combined. Repeat with the remaining dry ingredients until you achieve a flowing batter that forms a 'figure 8'.
Transfer the batter into a piping bag with a small round tip.
Place 2 heart templates on a cookie sheet and cover with parchment paper. Pipe the batter into the heart shapes, spreading with a toothpick for a neat finish.
Tap the pan on the counter to release air bubbles. Pop any surface bubbles with a toothpick.
Rest the macarons in a dry area for 45 minutes to an hour.
Preheat the oven to 315°F/160°C.
Bake one tray at a time for 13 minutes until macarons rise and form 'feet'.
Cool on a rack for 10 minutes, then leave to cool completely on the parchment paper.

Notes

Be careful not to over-mix the batter as it will compromise the texture of the macarons.
Ensure the macarons are rested properly; tops should not be tacky before baking.
Store baked macarons in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 macaron
Calories: 90
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 20mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg