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Red Velvet Cake Macarons

Red Velvet Cake Macarons: Indulge in This Sweet Delight!


  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 24 macarons 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious red velvet cake macarons with cream cheese frosting filling that are perfect for any sweet occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 150 grams almond flour (1 ¼ cup)
  • 145 grams powdered sugar (1 ¼ scant cup)
  • 5 grams Dutch-process cocoa powder (1 Tablespoon)
  • 110 grams aged egg whites (about 3 egg whites/110ml/just under ½ cup)
  • 95 grams granulated sugar (scant ½ cup)
  • ⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar (optional)
  • ⅛ teaspoon table salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Red food coloring (gel recommended)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (4 Tablespoons, softened)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅛ teaspoon table salt
  • 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Sift together almond flour, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.
  4. Add cream of tartar and continue beating.
  5. Gradually add granulated sugar, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Once all sugar is added, fold in vanilla extract, salt, and red food coloring until mixed.
  7. Fold the dry mixture into the meringue in thirds until the batter flows smoothly.
  8. Transfer the batter into a pastry bag and pipe circles onto prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bang the pans to release air bubbles and allow macarons to rest until a skin forms.
  10. Bake one tray at a time for 10-11 minutes, turning halfway through.
  11. Let macaron shells cool completely before filling.
  12. For the filling, beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar.
  13. Pipe filling onto one macaron shell and sandwich with another. For best flavor, allow to mature in the refrigerator for 24 hours.

Notes

  • Ensure all equipment is clean and grease-free.
  • Using aged egg whites helps achieve better meringue.
  • Macarons taste better after maturing in the refrigerator.
  • You can drizzle melted white chocolate on top if desired.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 macaron
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Red Velvet Cake Macarons, macarons, red velvet, dessert, French pastry