Mango Macarons
Mango Macarons are a vibrant and delightful treat that perfectly blends the tropical sweetness of mango with the elegance of French pastry. These colorful confections feature a crisp almond shell encasing a creamy mango buttercream filling, making them a stunning addition to any dessert table. Whether for summer gatherings or an afternoon indulgence, each bite transports you to paradise with its fruity flavor and light texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 48 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 macarons 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites (aged)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup mango puree (fresh or canned)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the egg whites until foamy; gradually add granulated sugar while beating until stiff peaks form.
- Sift together almond flour and powdered sugar, then gently fold into the whipped egg whites until smooth.
- Fold in the mango puree until fully incorporated.
- Pipe small circles onto the prepared sheets, spacing them about an inch apart. Tap the trays to release air bubbles.
- Let macarons rest for 30 minutes until they form a skin.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until easily removed from parchment paper. Cool completely before filling with mango buttercream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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