Chick Macarons
Chick Macarons are delightful little treats that resemble adorable yellow chicks, perfect for celebrations and a fun way to practice baking skills.
Ingredients
Macaron Shells
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar Sifted
- 3 large egg whites Must be at room temperature
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (yellow for chick color)
Filling
- Buttercream or chocolate ganache For filling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sift together the almond flour and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites with an electric mixer until foamy, then gradually add the granulated sugar and whip until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the almond flour mixture and vanilla extract into the whipped egg whites.
- Add yellow food coloring to achieve the desired shade.
- Transfer the batter into a piping bag fitted with a round tip and pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Tap the baking sheet on the counter to release air bubbles and let the macarons sit for 30 minutes.
Baking
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until shiny and feet have formed. They should not jiggle when shaken.
- Allow the macarons to cool completely before removing them from the baking sheet.
Assembly
- Pipe your choice of filling onto one macaron shell and sandwich it with another.
Notes
Store the macarons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze them for up to three months. Use different colors and flavors to get creative with variations.