Macaron (Macaroon)

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 3

Perfect Macaron (Macaroon) recipe for a sweet treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	3 egg whites
	1 cup white sugar
	1/2 cup ground almonds
	2 tablespoons slivered almonds , or to taste ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

13g

Fat

A French delicacy, macarons are a type of sweet treat that has made its way all over the world. Brightly colored and famous for their crunchy exterior and chewy interior, macarons are a fun dessert. They can be made in a variety of flavors and colors to suit your taste, making them a great gift or party favor. Macarons can be enjoyed as a snack or dessert, and their light texture makes them perfect for indulging without feeling too full. This recipe of macarons is easy to make, with just a few ingredients and simple steps.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.	Beat the egg whites until they turn foamy. Gradually add sugar and continue to beat until the mixture turns glossy.
3.	Fold in the ground almonds and continue to mix until the batter becomes smooth and shiny.
4.	Pipe the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with slivered almonds (optional).
5.	Bake for about 15 minutes or until the macarons are set but not browned.
6.	Let the macarons cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them onto a wire rack.

PROS

Macarons are a sweet and delicate treat that can be enjoyed as a dessert or snack.

They can be made in a variety of flavors and colors to suit your taste.

They are gluten-free and low in calories when compared to other desserts.

CONS

Making macarons can be tricky and requires some practice to get the right consistency.

They can be time-consuming to make and require some special equipment like a piping bag and food scale.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although macarons are not considered a healthy food, they do contain protein from the egg whites and fiber from the almonds.
They are also gluten-free and low in calories when compared to other desserts.
However, they are high in sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.