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A delicious plate of Strawberry Macaron Recipe

Strawberry Macaron Recipe

A delightful treat of strawberry macarons with a creamy filling that is sure to impress.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 24 macarons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shells
  • 90 g egg whites
  • 90 g granulated sugar
  • 95 g confectioner’s sugar
  • 95 g almond flour use almond flour, not almond meal
  • 1/4 tsp gel food coloring optional, use gel not liquid
Filling
  • 40 g whipped cream cheese
  • 40 g confectioner’s sugar
  • 1 g pure vanilla extract
  • 20 g strawberry jam optional

Equipment

  • Silpat Mats
  • Piping Bag
  • Stand Mixer

Method
 

  1. Line two large sheet pans with Silpat mats or parchment paper.
  2. Set a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Add egg whites and granulated sugar. Whisk until sugar dissolves.
  3. Transfer to stand mixer and beat until stiff peaks form.
  4. Sift confectioner’s sugar and almond flour into beaten egg whites. Fold gently. Add food coloring if using.
  5. Deflate meringue, testing for figure 8 stage. Transfer to piping bag.
  6. Pipe 1.5” circles on baking sheet. Drop tray to release air bubbles.
  7. Rest for 20-25 minutes. Preheat oven to 325F.
  8. Bake one tray at a time for 14-16 minutes. Cool completely before filling.
  9. Combine cream cheese, confectioner’s sugar, and vanilla extract for filling.
  10. Pipe cream cheese icing and strawberry jam onto macarons. Assemble and refrigerate overnight if desired.

Notes

Ensure egg whites are not at room temperature, and use an oven thermometer for accuracy. Resting the macarons overnight enhances flavor.