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French Macarons

Delightful and airy French macarons that can be made healthier with smart ingredient choices.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 70
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces egg whites
  • 1/4 cup white sugar can be substituted with natural sweeteners
  • 1 2/3 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 cup finely ground almonds must be gluten-free

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
  2. Beat the egg whites in a stand mixer until foamy, then gradually add the white sugar while whipping until glossy and soft peaks form.
  3. Sift together the confectioners’ sugar and finely ground almonds in a separate bowl.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg white mixture until thick and shiny, checking consistency by piping a small disk.
  5. Transfer the batter into a piping bag and pipe rounds onto the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Let the piped macarons rest at room temperature for 1 hour.
  7. Preheat the oven to 285°F (140°C).
Baking
  1. Bake the macarons for about 10 minutes until set but not browned.
  2. Let the cookies cool completely for about 30 minutes before filling.

Notes

Store uneaten macarons in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for up to a month. Consider portion control when serving, and serve macarons with fresh berries or yogurt for a healthier option.