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Salted Caramel Macarons

Heavenly Salted Caramel Macarons You Can't Resist

Delight in these irresistible Salted Caramel Macarons that combine crispy shells with a silky ganache and gooey caramel center.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 44 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 150 grams Almond Flour Provides structure and texture
  • 150 grams Powdered Sugar Adds sweetness
  • 100 grams Egg Whites Aged for better aeration
  • 50 grams Granulated Sugar Sweetens the meringue
For the Sugar Syrup
  • 50 ml Water Assists in dissolving sugar
  • 150 grams Granulated Sugar Creates the syrup
For the Ganache Filling
  • 200 grams White Chocolate Adds richness
  • 100 ml Heavy Cream Essential for smooth texture
  • 50 grams Extra Salted Caramel Intensifies flavor
For Finishing Touches
  • a pinch Flaky Sea Salt Enhances flavors

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Piping bag
  • saucepan
  • candy thermometer
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Salted Caramel Macarons
  1. In a mixing bowl, sift together the almond flour and powdered sugar until well combined. Add half of the aged egg whites and a few drops of caramel color, mixing until the batter is sticky and cohesive.
  2. In a saucepan, combine 150g of granulated sugar and 50ml of water. Heat over medium until mixture reaches 244°F (118°C).
  3. While the syrup cooks, whip the remaining egg whites in a stand mixer until frothy. Gradually add the hot sugar syrup and whip until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold one-third of the whipped meringue into the almond and sugar mixture. Then add the rest of the meringue, folding until the batter flows in thick ribbons.
  5. Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment. Fill a piping bag and pipe 1.5-inch rounds, leaving space between each. Tap the baking sheet to release air bubbles.
  6. Preheat your oven to 311°F (155°C) and let the piped macarons sit until a thin skin forms. Bake for 12–14 minutes.
  7. In a saucepan, heat 100ml of heavy cream until it boils. Pour over 200g of chopped white chocolate and mix until smooth, then add 50g of salted caramel. Chill ganache for 3-4 hours.
  8. Once ganache is chilled, whip until creamy. Pipe a ring onto the flat side of one macaron, add a dollop of caramel, and top with another shell.
  9. Chill assembled macarons in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These salted caramel macarons can be customized with different flavors and fillings. Store filled macarons in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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