Description
Pistachio Macarons are a delightful French treat that combines a crisp outer shell with a chewy center, infused with the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios. These vibrant green confections offer an exquisite balance of textures and tastes, perfect for any occasion. Ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself, making homemade Pistachio Macarons is a rewarding baking adventure that will elevate your dessert game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shelled pistachios (for powder)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 ¾ cups confectioners’ sugar
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup softened butter
- 3 tablespoons pistachio paste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, finely grind the shelled pistachios until powdery; do not over-process.
- Sift together almond flour, confectioners’ sugar, and pistachio powder in a bowl to remove lumps.
- In a separate bowl, whip egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks appear.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the meringue using a spatula to maintain airiness.
- Pipe small circles onto the prepared sheets and let them sit for 30 minutes before baking for 15-18 minutes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (15g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg