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Grinch Macarons

Delightful Grinch Macarons for a Festive Holiday Treat

These Grinch Macarons are a festive holiday treat that brings color and joy to any dessert table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 24 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shell
  • 1 cup Almond Flour substitution not recommended as all-purpose flour changes the texture significantly
  • 1.75 cups Powdered Sugar no direct substitutes maintain the necessary sweetness for macarons
  • 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar can be replaced with superfine sugar for a potentially smoother texture
  • 3 large Egg Whites must be at room temperature and fresh for optimal whipping
  • a few drops Green Food Color use gel food coloring for better vibrancy
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Red Buttercream Frosting can swap with other frostings or jams according to preference
  • to taste Red Heart Sprinkles optional; can replace with other edible decorations

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • piping bag
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour and powdered sugar until well combined. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites on medium speed until thick, then gradually add granulated sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gently mix in green food coloring to the whipped egg whites until fully incorporated.
  4. Fold the almond flour mixture into the whipped egg whites gently in three additions, ensuring no over-mixing.
  5. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  6. Pipe small circles of batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each.
  7. Let the macarons sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes to form a skin.
  8. Bake the macarons for 10-13 minutes, ensuring they rise and stay light green.
  9. Cool the baked macarons completely on the baking sheet.
  10. Once cooled, fill one shell with frosting and sandwich with another. Add sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

Allow egg whites to reach room temperature for best results. Avoid over-mixing the batter to maintain proper texture.

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