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Spooktacular Halloween Macarons

Spooktacular Halloween Macarons: A Festive Treat to Bewitch!

Create enchanting Spooktacular Halloween Macarons that are gluten-free and customizable for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 1 cup Almond Flour or finely ground sunflower seed flour for nut-free option
  • 1 cup Icing Sugar or confectioners' sugar
  • 3 large Egg Whites or aquafaba for vegan alternative
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tsp Gel Food Coloring avoid liquid food coloring
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter or dairy-free butter for vegan option
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract or seasonal extracts like pumpkin spice

Equipment

  • Stand mixer or handheld whisk
  • Piping bag
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper or silicone mats
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Sift together the almond flour and icing sugar in a mixing bowl, ensuring no clumps are present.
  3. Whip the egg whites until foamy, then add granulated sugar gradually until glossy with stiff peaks.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the meringue gently until the batter flows like lava and holds shape briefly.
  5. Pipe small circles onto the baking sheets, allowing them to rest for 30 to 60 minutes.
  6. Bake the macarons for 15 to 20 minutes, ensuring they do not wobble when touched.
  7. Beat the softened butter and chosen extract until creamy to prepare the filling.
  8. Assemble the macarons by piping filling onto half and sandwiching them together, then decorate as desired.

Notes

These macarons can be flavored with seasonal twists and are visually stunning, perfect for Halloween festivities.