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Vanilla French Macarons

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Vanilla French Macarons are delicate almond-based sandwich cookies with crisp shells, chewy centers, and a creamy vanilla buttercream filling.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup almond flour
  • 2 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Food coloring (optional)
  • Vanilla Buttercream:
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Sift the powdered sugar and almond flour together to remove lumps.
  3. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar and whip to stiff peaks.
  4. Add vanilla extract and food coloring if using; gently fold in.
  5. Fold the almond mixture into the meringue until the batter flows like lava and forms slow ribbons.
  6. Pipe 1-inch circles onto the baking sheets.
  7. Tap trays to release air bubbles and let shells rest 30–60 minutes until they form a skin.
  8. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and bake for 14–16 minutes. Let cool completely.
  9. For the filling: beat butter, powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla until smooth.
  10. Pipe buttercream onto half the shells and sandwich with remaining shells.
  11. Refrigerate 24 hours for best texture.

Notes

  • Ensure egg whites are room temperature for better volume.
  • Resting shells is essential for forming feet.
  • Mature macarons taste better after chilling overnight.

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Keywords: vanilla macarons, French macarons, almond cookies, vanilla buttercream

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