Hereβs a Macaron Recipe with Cream and Chocolate that will blow your taste buds away! ππ« These French delicacies are filled with smooth cream and rich chocolateβperfect for a little indulgence. π₯β¨
Ingredients:
- For the Macaron Shells:
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar π¬
- 1 cup almond flour π°
- 3 large egg whites π₯(room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar π
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract π¦
- Gel food coloring (optional)
- For the Chocolate Ganache Filling:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream π₯
- 4 oz dark chocolate (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon sugar π¬
- For the Vanilla Cream Filling:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream π₯
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract π¦
- 1 tablespoon mascarpone cheese (optional) π§
Instructions:
- Make the Macaron Shells πͺ:
- Preheat your oven to 300Β°F (150Β°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, blend the powdered sugar and almond flour until fine and smooth. π°
- In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until they form soft peaks. Gradually add the granulated sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. π₯
- Gently fold in the almond flour mixture until combined. Add vanilla extract and gel food coloring if desired. ππ¨
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe small circles (about 1 inch in diameter) onto the baking sheets. π©βπ³
- Tap the baking sheet on the counter to remove air bubbles and let the macarons sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes to form a skin. π°οΈ
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the shells come off the parchment easily. Cool completely. π§
- Make the Chocolate Ganache π«:
- Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it begins to simmer. π₯
- Pour over the chopped chocolate and let sit for a minute. Stir until smooth and glossy. Add butter and sugar, stirring until well combined. π§
- Let it cool to room temperature and thicken before using. π«
- Make the Vanilla Cream Filling π¦:
- Beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Add the mascarpone cheese for extra richness, if desired. π₯
- Chill in the refrigerator until ready to use. π§
- Assemble the Macarons π₯:
- Pair up the macaron shells by size. Pipe a layer of chocolate ganache on one shell and vanilla cream on the other. π©βπ³
- Gently sandwich the two together. π
- For an extra touch, dust with powdered sugar or add chocolate shavings on top! π«β¨
- Serve & Enjoy ππͺ:
- Let the macarons rest in the fridge for a few hours to let the flavors meld together. ππ«