Halloween Macarons
Halloween Macarons are a spooktacular treat that combines elegance and festivity in every bite. These delicate French cookies feature a crisp almond shell and a creamy filling, making them perfect for Halloween gatherings. With vibrant colors and customizable flavors, they not only please the palate but also serve as delightful decorations. Ready to impress your guests with these enchanting confections? Let’s get started!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- Food coloring (orange, black, green)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (for filling)
- 4 oz cream cheese (for filling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whip egg whites until frothy; gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Sift together almond flour and powdered sugar; fold gently into the meringue.
- Divide batter into bowls, adding food coloring as desired, then pipe onto baking sheets.
- Let macarons rest for 30 minutes until they form a skin; bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Allow macarons to cool completely before filling with cream cheese mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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