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Lemon Raspberry Macarons

Heavenly Lemon Raspberry Macarons for Sweet Celebrations

Indulge in these Lemon Raspberry Macarons, a delightful French treat perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 48 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Finely ground
  • 1.5 cups Confectioner's Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Freeze-Dried Raspberry Powder
  • 4 large Egg Whites Aged or at room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Essential for meringue
  • 1 teaspoon Gel Food Coloring Optional
For the Lemon Buttercream Filling
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Fresh is ideal
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh if possible
  • 2 cups Additional Confectioner's Sugar Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Piping Bag
  • Baking sheets
  • silicone baking mats
  • rubber spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together almond flour, confectioner's sugar, and freeze-dried raspberry powder.
  3. Whip aged egg whites on high speed; gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold meringue into sifted dry ingredients.
  5. Pipe rounds of batter onto the prepared baking sheets.
  6. Let the piped macarons rest at room temperature for 1 hour.
  7. Bake macarons for 16-18 minutes.
  8. Cool macarons on wire racks.
  9. Beat softened unsalted butter; add lemon zest, lemon juice, and confectioner's sugar.
  10. Assemble macarons by piping filling between two shells.
  11. Refrigerate assembled macarons for at least 24 hours before serving.
  12. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mg

Notes

These macarons are gluten-free and perfect for celebrations. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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