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Christmas Tree Cake Macarons

Christmas Tree Cake Macarons to Brighten Your Holidays

Delight in the festive flavors of Christmas Tree Cake Macarons, a quick and striking addition to your holiday dessert table.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup almond flour can use sunflower seed flour for nut-free option
  • 3 large egg whites room temperature
  • ½ cup granulated sugar no substitutions recommended
  • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar or use lemon juice as an alternative
  • a few drops gel food coloring (green) adjust based on preference
For the Filling
  • ½ cup softened butter or vegan butter for a dairy-free option
  • ¼ cup heavy cream or use coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can substitute with almond extract
  • 2 cups snack cakes (crumble) choose your favorite variety

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Piping bag
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sift together powdered sugar and almond flour in a bowl. Repeat twice for a smooth mixture.
  2. Whip egg whites with cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar and whip until stiff peaks form.
  3. Fold in green gel food coloring, then gently incorporate sifted mixture into egg whites until smooth but thick.
  4. Pipe dollops into tree shapes on lined sheets. Let rest until skin forms, about 30-60 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 300°F. Bake for 14-16 minutes until tops are firm.
  6. Cool shells on baking sheets for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Beat softened butter until fluffy, then mix in powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla. Fold in crumbled snack cakes.
  8. Pipe filling onto flat side of one shell, top with another shell to create a sandwich.
  9. Drizzle with white chocolate and sprinkle with decorative sprinkles or edible gold stars.
  10. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 15mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for maximum volume. Sift twice to avoid lumps. Allow macarons to rest until skin forms for a shiny finish.

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