Christmas Tree Cake Macarons
Indulge in the festive spirit of the season with our delightful Christmas Tree Cake Macarons! These charming treats feature a vibrant green hue and are filled with a unique combination of flavors, including crumbled snack cakes for a nostalgic twist. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these macarons are not only visually stunning but also incredibly satisfying to eat. Whether you’re an experienced baker or trying macarons for the first time, this simple recipe will guide you through each step to create these sweet, buttery delights.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 46 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 macarons 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup almond flour
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Green gel food coloring
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/2 cup finely crumbled snack cakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Sift powdered sugar and almond flour together twice.
- Beat egg whites until foamy, add cream of tartar, then gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form. Mix in green food coloring.
- Gently fold in the almond flour mixture until combined.
- Pipe tree shapes onto lined baking sheets and let rest for 30–60 minutes.
- Bake for 14–16 minutes, allowing them to cool completely afterward.
- For the filling, beat softened butter until fluffy, then mix in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, heavy cream, and crumbled snack cakes.
- Assemble by pairing macaron shells with filling and decorate as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (25g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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