Santa Claus Macarons
Santa Claus Macarons are a delightful holiday treat that captures the festive spirit with their charming design and irresistible flavors. These French confections feature a crisp almond shell and a rich buttercream filling, making them perfect for holiday gatherings or as sweet gifts. With their vibrant colors and whimsical Santa faces, these macarons are sure to impress your family and friends while offering an unforgettable taste experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour (100g)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (150g)
- 3 large egg whites (90g, at room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Red and green gel food coloring
- 1 cup buttercream frosting (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, sift together almond flour and powdered sugar to remove lumps.
- Whip egg whites in a separate bowl until soft peaks form, then gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks develop.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the meringue until the batter flows like lava.
- Pipe small rounds onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each.
- Let sit for 30 minutes to form a skin, then bake for 15-20 minutes or until easily lifted from parchment.
- Cool completely before filling with buttercream frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg