Description
A delightful and irresistible recipe for pistachio macarons featuring a creamy pistachio buttercream filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup shelled pistachios (finely ground)
- 3 large egg whites
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (for filling)
- ¼ cup pistachio paste
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, pulse the powdered sugar, almond flour, and finely ground pistachios together. Sift the mixture to remove any large bits.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Add the vanilla extract and a few drops of green food coloring (optional).
- Gently fold the sifted dry ingredients into the egg whites, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Transfer the batter into a piping bag and pipe small circles (1.5 inches in diameter) onto the prepared baking sheets. Tap the sheets gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
- Let the macarons rest for 30 minutes at room temperature to form a skin. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the macarons have risen and are firm to the touch.
- Let the macarons cool completely. For the filling, beat softened butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar, pistachio paste, vanilla extract, and salt. Continue beating until light and fluffy.
- Pair up macaron shells by size, pipe the pistachio buttercream onto the flat side of one shell, and sandwich with another.
- Let the assembled macarons rest in the refrigerator for 24 hours for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
- Resting the macarons is crucial for the best texture.
- Use high-quality pistachios for optimal flavor in the buttercream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Pistachio Macarons, Macaron Recipe, French Desserts, Pistachio Desserts