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Heart Macarons with Lemon Buttercream

These Heart Macarons with Lemon Buttercream are visually stunning and melt-in-your-mouth delicious!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Macarons:
  • 70 grams Almond Meal/Flour
  • 120 grams Confectioners Sugar
  • 2 large Egg Whites room temp
  • 50 grams Granulated Sugar leveled
  • 1 strip Red or Pink Gel Food Coloring
For the Lemon Buttercream:
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter room temperature
  • 1.5 cups Confectioners Sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice (from 1 small or 1/2 large lemon)
  • Sprinkles Optional, for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Silicone spatula
  • Piping Bags
  • Macaron Mat or Parchment Paper
  • Oven thermometer

Method
 

Baking Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Baking Sheets - Line your baking sheets with a macaron mat or parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Sift the Almond Meal and Confectioners Sugar - Sift together in a mixing bowl, discarding larger bits.
  3. Step 3: Whip the Egg Whites - Whip egg whites until frothy, then gradually add granulated sugar and whip to stiff peaks.
  4. Step 4: Add Food Coloring - Gently fold in gel food coloring until evenly combined.
  5. Step 5: Combine Dry Ingredients - Fold sifted mixture into the whipped egg whites until it reaches the 'lava' stage.
  6. Step 6: Pipe the Macarons - Transfer batter to a piping bag and pipe heart shapes onto the sheets.
  7. Step 7: Let Them Rest - Allow piped macarons to sit at room temp for 30-60 minutes.
  8. Step 8: Preheat the Oven - Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  9. Step 9: Bake the Macarons - Bake for 15-20 minutes, rotating halfway through.
  10. Step 10: Cool Completely - Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  11. Step 11: Make the Lemon Buttercream - Beat butter, then gradually add confectioners sugar, salt, and lemon juice.
  12. Step 12: Fill the Macarons - Pair shells, pipe lemon buttercream, and sandwich together.

Notes

  • Make sure your mixing bowl and utensils are grease-free for the best results.
  • Using aged egg whites can improve the stability of your meringue.
  • Don't skip the resting time; it’s essential for the perfect macaron texture.