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French Heart Shaped Macarons

Delightful almond-flavored cookies shaped like hearts, perfect for special occasions or enjoying with tea or coffee.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Macarons
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 large egg whites Age in the fridge overnight for better stability
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • Food coloring (optional)
For the Filling
  • Buttercream or ganache For filling the macarons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, sift together the almond flour and powdered sugar to remove any lumps. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy, then add the cream of tartar.
  4. Gradually add the granulated sugar while beating until stiff peaks form. If desired, add food coloring to tint the meringue.
  5. Gently fold the almond flour mixture into the meringue until well combined. The batter should flow like lava.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a round tip, and pipe heart shapes onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Let the piped macarons rest for 30-60 minutes until a skin forms on the surface.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the shells lift easily off the parchment paper.
  2. Let them cool completely before removing from the parchment.
  3. Fill with your choice of buttercream or ganache, and sandwich the shells together.

Notes

Store macarons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can freeze them for longer storage, allowing them to come to room temperature before serving. Ensure mixing bowls are clean, and use a kitchen scale for accurate measurements. Variations can include different flavors or extracts.