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Christmas Tree Cake Macarons

Holiday Magic: Christmas Tree Cake Macarons to Delight

Indulge in festive Christmas Tree Cake Macarons filled with a nostalgic creamy filling, perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 46 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Provides sweetness and a smooth texture; no substitutes recommended.
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Gives structure and a nutty flavor; substitute with sunflower seed flour for nut-free options.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Must be at room temperature for the best results.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the meringue and stabilizes the egg whites.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes egg whites; can be omitted if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Green Gel Food Coloring Used to achieve festive color.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Butter Must be softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Adds richness; substitute with milk for a lighter option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; use almond extract for a different profile.
  • 1 cup Snack Cakes (crumbled) Imparts a nostalgic flavor; optional.

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • piping bag
  • fine-mesh sieve
  • Baking Sheets

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sift the powdered sugar and almond flour together in a bowl.
  2. Beat egg whites until foamy, then gradually add cream of tartar and granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
  3. Fold in green gel food coloring, then gradually add the sifted almond flour mixture.
  4. Pipe tree shapes or circular disks on lined baking sheets.
  5. Allow the piped macaron shells to rest for 30-60 minutes at room temperature.
  6. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and bake the macaron shells for 14-16 minutes.
  7. Beat the softened butter until fluffy, then mix with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream.
  8. Pipe the filling onto one shell and sandwich with another shell.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store assembled macarons in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage up to 3 months.

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