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Perfect Macaronage for French Macarons

Master the art of macaronage to create delightful, airy French macarons with various flavors and colors.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup almond flour (finely ground)
  • 1.75 cups powdered sugar
Meringue Ingredients
  • 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 pinch salt To enhance flavor
Flavorings
  • to taste Flavorings or colorings of your choice For added flair

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together the almond flour and powdered sugar twice to ensure a fine, smooth blend. Set aside.
Meringue
  1. In a clean mixing bowl, whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until frothy.
  2. Gradually add the granulated sugar, increasing to high speed until stiff peaks form and the meringue is glossy.
Combine and Pipe
  1. Gently fold the sifted almond flour mixture into the meringue using a rubber spatula.
  2. Once combined, transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
  3. Pipe small rounds onto the prepared sheets, leaving space between each. Tap the trays gently to release air bubbles.
Rest and Bake
  1. Let the piped macarons rest at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes until they form a skin.
  2. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until they rise and form 'feet'. Allow to cool completely before removing.
Filling and Assembly
  1. Once cooled, fill with your preferred filling (ganache, preserve, buttercream).
  2. Sandwich the macarons together and let mature in the refrigerator for 24 hours before indulging.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better whipping. Be gentle while folding to prevent flat macarons. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for two months.