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Christmas Tree Cake Macarons

Delightful Christmas Tree Cake Macarons to Brighten Your Holiday

These delightful Christmas Tree Cake Macarons are a festive treat that will bring joy to your holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 46 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Essential for sweetness and a smooth texture; avoid substitutions for best results.
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Provides a nutty flavor and airy structure; substitute with sunflower seed flour for a nut-free option.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Crucial for lift; ensure they are at room temperature for maximum volume.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and stabilizes the egg whites; no substitutions recommended.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes egg whites for fluffy peaks; can be omitted but is recommended for the best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Green Gel Food Coloring Gives a festive color; feel free to experiment with other shades for variation.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Butter The base for the filling, providing creaminess; can be replaced with vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; swap for almond extract for an interesting twist.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Adds richness to the filling; coconut cream is a great dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Elevates overall flavor and balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • Piping Bag
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together the powdered sugar and almond flour twice to eliminate lumps.
  3. Beat the egg whites until foamy, then gradually add cream of tartar and granulated sugar until stiff peaks form (3-5 minutes).
  4. Gently mix in the green gel food coloring until evenly distributed.
  5. Fold the sifted mixture into egg whites until you achieve a smooth, flowing consistency.
  6. Pipe tree shapes or circles onto prepared baking sheets and tap gently to remove air bubbles.
  7. Allow piped shells to rest at room temperature for 30-60 minutes until they form a skin.
  8. Bake macarons for 14-16 minutes, rotating trays halfway through; cool completely before handling.
  9. Beat butter until fluffy, then mix in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, heavy cream, and salt until smooth; fold in crumbled snack cakes.
  10. Pipe the filling onto half of the macaron shells and sandwich with the remaining shells; add toppings for decoration.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

For best results, allow assembled macarons to mature in the fridge for 24 hours before serving.

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