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Perfectly Delish Chocolate Macarons

Perfectly Delish Chocolate Macarons

A delightful chocolate macaron that's crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Macaron Shells

  • 1.5 cup almond flour Make sure it's finely ground.
  • 1.25 cup powdered sugar Sifted for a smooth texture.
  • 4 large egg whites egg whites At room temperature.
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar To stabilize the egg whites.
  • 0.25 cup cocoa powder Unsweetened for rich flavor.
  • 0.1 teaspoon cream of tartar Helps to stabilize the meringue.

Chocolate Ganache Filling

  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate Chopped into fine pieces.
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter For a glossy finish.

Instructions
 

Preparing the Macaron Shells

  • Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Add cream of tartar and gradually add granulated sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold the dry ingredients into the meringue in batches until combined.
  • Transfer the batter into a piping bag and pipe small circles onto the prepared sheets.
  • Let the piped macarons rest for 30 minutes until formed a skin.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool completely on sheets.

Making the Ganache

  • Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until simmering.
  • Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes.
  • Stir until smooth and then mix in the butter until melted and glossy.

Assembly

  • Pair macarons with similar sizes. Pipe ganache onto the flat side of one half and top with the other.
  • Let the assembled macarons sit for at least 24 hours in the fridge to mature flavors.

Notes

For added flavor, consider a dash of vanilla in the ganache. Serve with fresh berries for decoration.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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