Pumpkin Pie Macarons
Fall Desserts: Pumpkin Pie Macarons are a delightful twist on a classic treat, merging the elegance of French macarons with the warm, cozy flavors of pumpkin pie. These airy cookies have a crisp shell that gives way to a creamy spiced filling, making them perfect for autumn gatherings or as an indulgent snack. With each bite, you’ll savor the essence of fall and evoke nostalgic memories of festive celebrations.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup icing sugar
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix almond flour and icing sugar; set aside.
- Whip egg whites until soft peaks form, gradually adding granulated sugar until stiff peaks develop.
- Gently fold the almond mixture into whipped egg whites to maintain airiness.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and spices until well combined.
- Pipe small circles onto prepared sheets; let sit for 30 minutes to form a skin.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes; cool completely before filling with buttercream made from softened butter, powdered sugar, pumpkin puree, and spices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (15g)
- Calories: 79
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 42mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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