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Salted Caramel Macarons

Irresistibly Delicious Salted Caramel Macarons to Make Today

These Salted Caramel Macarons are a delightful treat with a crisp outer shell and gooey caramel center, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 44 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Can substitute with finely ground hazelnuts.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar No direct substitutions recommended.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Fresh egg whites are ideal.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar may be used as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Water
For the Salted Caramel Filling
  • 1 cup Salted Caramel Sauce Use homemade or store-bought.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Can be substituted with coconut cream.
  • 6 oz White Chocolate Dark chocolate can be used for a richer flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Preferable for texture.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • stand mixer
  • Piping bag
  • candy thermometer
  • small saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Salted Caramel Macarons
  1. Prepare the Almond Mixture: Combine almond flour and powdered sugar, sift together, then add half of the egg whites and caramel gel color. Mix until thick and sticky.
  2. Cook Sugar Syrup: Combine granulated sugar and water in a saucepan and cook until it reaches 244°F (118°C).
  3. Whip Egg Whites: Beat the remaining egg whites until frothy, then slowly add the hot sugar syrup and beat until stiff peaks form.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Fold the whipped meringue into the almond mixture until it flows smoothly in a ribbon.
  5. Pipe and Bake: Pipe small circles onto parchment paper, then bake at 311°F (155°C) for 12-14 minutes.
  6. Prepare Caramel Ganache: Boil the heavy cream, then pour over chopped white chocolate and salted caramel. Stir until smooth.
  7. Assemble Macarons: Pipe ganache onto one shell, add soft caramel, top with another shell, and gently press together.
  8. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate assembled macarons for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use a kitchen scale for precise measurements and ensure egg whites are at room temperature.

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