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Christmas Tree Cake Macarons

Delightful Christmas Tree Cake Macarons for Holiday Cheer

Experience festive cheer with Christmas Tree Cake Macarons that deliver delightful flavors and textures.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 46 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Provides sweetness and structure; substitute with coconut sugar for a more earthy flavor.
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Adds nuttiness and a delicate texture; can be substituted with sunflower seed flour for a nut-free version.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Essential for structure and aeration; ensure they are at room temperature for best results.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens and stabilizes the egg whites when beaten.
  • 1 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes egg whites for a better rise; if unavailable, lemon juice can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Green Gel Food Coloring For vibrant holiday color in the batter.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 1 stick Butter Provides richness; ensure it’s softened at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Contributes to a creamy filling texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor of the filling.
  • 1 cup Crumbled Snack Cakes Adds nostalgic flavor and texture to the filling.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Piping Bag
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Christmas Tree Cake Macarons
  1. Begin by sifting powdered sugar and almond flour together twice in a large bowl to ensure a smooth, lump-free mixture. Set aside.
  2. In a separate mixing bowl, beat room-temperature egg whites on medium speed until foamy, about 2 minutes. Gradually add cream of tartar and sprinkle in granulated sugar, beating until stiff peaks form, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Once your egg white mixture reaches stiff peaks, carefully fold in a few drops of green gel food coloring using a spatula until an even color is achieved.
  4. Gently fold the sifted almond flour mixture into the egg whites using a spatula until the batter flows like lava and has a smooth appearance.
  5. Prepare a piping bag fitted with a round tip and pipe the batter onto parchment-lined baking sheets in desired shapes. Allow to rest for 30-60 minutes until a dry skin forms.
  6. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake the macarons for 14-16 minutes, rotating halfway through for even cooking, then cool completely.
  7. Beat softened butter until fluffy, gradually mix in powdered sugar, then heavy cream, salt, and crumbled snack cakes until fully combined for the filling.
  8. Once cooled, pipe a generous layer of filling onto the flat side of one macaron shell and sandwich with another shell.
  9. For an optional decoration, melt white chocolate and drizzle over macarons, and sprinkle with edible decorations.
  10. Store assembled macarons in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for best results. Macarons improve in flavor when allowed to age for 24 hours before serving.

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