How to make Macarons

How much do you like French treats? Well, if you do, then I have one great French dessert coming right up! They’re called…MACARONS! Now in some places, this can be a delicacy, so get ready… it’s baking time!!!

Macarons Recipe

Ingredients for the cookie

• 3 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups almond flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
•  1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp cream of tartar

Ingredients for the buttercream

• 1 cup unsalted butter softened 
• 5 egg yolks
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar 
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 3 tbsp water 
• 1 pinch salt

Directions for the cookie

• Step 1. Sift confectioners sugar and almond flour into bowl.
• Step 2. Add egg whites into a bowl.
• Step 3. Mix egg whites. Add the cream of tartar and then add granulated sugar.
• Step 4. Add the food coloring and vanilla. Then mix. Step 5. Fold 1/3 of the dry ingredients.
• Step 6. Put in piping bag with medium round piping tip. (I recommend round piping tip because it comes out the best.)
• Step 7. Pipe one inch dollops on a baking sheet lined.
• Step 8. Bake at 300F for 12-15 minutes. Rotate tray after 7 minutes.

Directions for the buttercream

• Step 1. Combine sugar and water in medium saucepan. Stir until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to medium.
• Step 2. Put egg yolks in a stand-mixer fitted with a whisk and beat until thick.
• Step 3. Cook the sugar and water syrup until it reaches 240 degrees F. Remove from heat. With mixer running, put syrup into bowl with yolks.
• Step 4. Add in butter one cube at a time allowing each piece to incorporate before adding the next. Add vanilla and salt. Continue mixing until buttercream is smooth and creamy.

This is a very difficult and specific treat to make. But it is DELICIOUS!! The recipe might take hours. It can also make up to 6 macarons! So save it for a big party. If you want 72 macarons, just double up the ingredients. Try to have 2-3 people helping you make the macarons. Have fun!