Description
Red Velvet Macarons are an exquisite blend of classic French pastry and the beloved flavors of red velvet cake. These vibrant cookies feature a delicate, chewy exterior and a luscious cream cheese filling that creates an unforgettable treat. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet indulgence, these macarons will impress your family and friends with their stunning appearance and delightful taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 tsp red gel food coloring
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Sift together almond flour, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whip egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the red gel food coloring until blended. Gradually fold in the dry mixture into the whipped egg whites.
- Pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each macaron.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until macarons develop feet. Let cool completely before filling.
- For the filling, whip cream cheese and vanilla extract until smooth, then pair two macarons with the filling in between.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (20g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg