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Peppermint Macarons

Peppermint Macarons – Delicate, Festive & Filled with Holiday Magic!

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Delicious and fluffy peppermint-flavored macarons filled with creamy peppermint buttercream, perfect for any festive occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup almond flour, finely ground
  • 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 3 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Food coloring (optional)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 34 cups powdered sugar, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract (for filling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, sift together almond flour and powdered sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip egg whites with a pinch of salt until foamy.
  4. Gradually add granulated sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold in the almond flour mixture and peppermint extract, adding food coloring if desired.
  6. Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Let them sit for 30-60 minutes to form a skin.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, then cool completely.
  9. For the buttercream, beat softened butter until creamy.
  10. Gradually add powdered sugar and peppermint extract until smooth.
  11. Pipe the buttercream onto half of the macaron shells and sandwich with the other half.
  12. Let them mature in the fridge for at least 24 hours for best flavor, then enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure almond flour is finely ground for best results.
  • Let the macarons mature in the fridge for optimal flavor.
  • Experiment with food coloring for fun designs.

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