French Filled Macaroons

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4

French Filled Macaroons: A Delicate and Sweet Bite

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

10g

Fat

French Filled Macaroons are a classic French pastry that have gained popularity around the world. These delicate little cookies are made with finely ground almonds and powdered sugar, giving them a light and airy texture. While macaroons can be a bit finicky to prepare, the end result is well worth the effort! French Filled Macaroons can be filled with a variety of flavors, but lemon curd and raspberry jam are popular options. Their delicate appearance and sweet flavor make them the perfect addition to any dessert table or afternoon tea.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 300°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.	In a food processor, pulse the blanched almonds and powdered sugar together until finely ground.
3.	In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form.
4.	Gently fold the almond mixture and vanilla into the egg whites until just combined.
5.	Transfer the mixture to a piping bag and pipe small circles, about 1 inch in diameter, onto the prepared baking sheet.
6.	Sprinkle shredded coconut onto the top of the macaroons.
7.	Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the macaroons are just set and lightly golden on top.
8.	Let the macaroons cool completely before filling them with lemon curd or raspberry jam, or a combination of both.
9.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

French Filled Macaroons are delicate and sweet, making them the perfect dessert for a fancy dinner party or a fun baking project with friends.

They can also be filled with a variety of flavors, allowing for endless customization.

CONS

Macaroons can be a little challenging to make, as they require some finesse with the piping bag.
It may take a few tries to get the hang of it!
They can also be a bit time-consuming to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While French Filled Macaroons are not exactly healthy, they can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Almonds, the main ingredient in these macaroons, are a great source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber.
Coconut is also a good source of healthy fats.

	1 cup whole blanched almond ( or slivered )
	2 cups powdered sugar
	3 egg whites
	1 dash salt
	1/2 teaspoon vanilla
	1 cup shredded coconut , finely chopped
	lemon curd
	raspberry jam