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Lemon Raspberry Macarons

Lemon Raspberry Macarons for a Sweet Flavor Adventure

Indulge in Lemon Raspberry Macarons, a delightful fusion of tangy and sweet flavors, perfect for any dessert lover seeking a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 48 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 100 g Almond Flour Provides structure and adds a lovely nutty flavor
  • 100 g Confectioner’s Sugar Helps create a perfect crispy shell
  • 15 g Freeze-Dried Raspberry Powder Enhances raspberry flavor in the cookies
  • 100 g Aged Egg Whites Key to meringue stability; use room temperature
  • 100 g Granulated Sugar Stabilizes the meringue
For the Zesty Buttercream Filling
  • 100 g Unsalted Butter Gives creaminess and richness to the buttercream
  • 1 item Lemon Zest Imparts a fresh flavor
  • 1 item Lemon Juice Crucial for the buttercream
Optional Garnish
  • 1 item Gel Food Coloring For visual appeal, optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • piping bag
  • Baking Sheets
  • oven
  • Silicone Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Raspberry Macarons
  1. Prepare the dry ingredients: Sift 100g of almond flour, 100g of confectioner’s sugar, and 15g of freeze-dried raspberry powder into a bowl.
  2. Whisk the meringue: In a clean bowl, whisk 100g of aged egg whites, gradually adding 100g of granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
  3. Combine the mixtures: Carefully fold the meringue into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  4. Pipe the macarons: Transfer batter to a piping bag and pipe 1.5-inch circles on prepared baking sheets.
  5. Let them rest: Allow the piped macarons to sit at room temperature for 60 minutes.
  6. Bake the macarons: Preheat oven to 300°F and bake for 16-18 minutes, monitoring closely.
  7. Cool on racks: Transfer macarons to wire racks to cool completely before filling.
  8. Make the lemon buttercream: Beat 100g of softened butter, add 200g of confectioner’s sugar, mix in zest and juice of one lemon until fluffy.
  9. Assemble the macarons: Pipe buttercream on one shell and sandwich with another shell.
  10. Rest and serve: Refrigerate assembled macarons for at least 24 hours for optimal flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 9gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Macarons benefit from aging; letting them sit in the fridge for 24 hours enhances flavors.

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