Assorted French Macaroons Recipe
Make Assorted French Macaroons Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Macaron Shells
Method
Preparing the Macaron Shells
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
- 3
Whip Egg Whites
In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites on medium speed until frothy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to whip until stiff peaks form.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the whipped egg whites using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the mixture.
- 5
Add Flavor and Color
Add vanilla extract and food coloring to the mixture. Fold until evenly colored.
- 6
Pipe the Macarons
Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe small rounds onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each one.
- 7
Rest the Macarons
Let the piped macarons sit at room temperature for 30-60 minutes, or until they form a skin.
- 8
Bake
Bake the macarons in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes. Let them cool completely on the baking sheets.