How to Make Macaroons I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Macaroons are a delicious and delicate treat that have gained popularity all over the world. These sweet and chewy cookies are perfect for a fancy dessert at a dinner party or a sweet indulgence with a cup of tea. While they may look intimidating to make, with a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you can create these beautiful and delicious macaroons right in your own kitchen.

This recipe, Macaroons I, is a classic take on the traditional French macaroon. Made with almond f...

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound almond paste
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 3 egg whites
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons cake flour
  • ⅓ cup confectioners' sugar

Information

  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 2 dozen

  • Cover cookie sheets with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  • In large mixing bowl, soften almond paste with your hands or food processor. Mix in white sugar and egg whites until well blended. Mix in the confectioners' sugar, flour, and salt until smooth and well blended.
  • Force dough through a cookie press or drop by teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheets. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil or parchment from sheets and let cool. Peel off macaroons.
  • Nutrition

    87 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 20mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 37mg