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Peppermint Macarons Recipe

Delicious Peppermint Macarons Recipe for Guilt-Free Indulgence

This Peppermint Macarons Recipe offers a delicious twist on a classic treat, providing a low-carb and gluten-free indulgence.
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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: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Essential for macaron consistency.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sweetener Opt for erythritol or monk fruit.
  • 3 Large Egg Whites Ensure room temperature.
  • 1/4 tsp Cream of Tartar Alternatives: lemon juice.
  • 1 tsp Peppermint Extract Use pure extract.
For the Cream Filling
  • 1/2 cup Butter Substitute with vegan butter if desired.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Use vegan cream cheese for dairy-free.
  • 1 few drops Food Coloring Optional for visual appeal.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Piping bag
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together the almond flour and powdered sweetener in a bowl, then set aside.
  3. Whip egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form, then increase speed to high until stiff peaks form.
  4. Fold the sifted dry mixture and peppermint extract into the whipped egg whites gently.
  5. Pipe uniform circles on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each.
  6. Let piped shells rest at room temperature for 30-60 minutes until a skin forms.
  7. Bake the macarons in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until they lift off the parchment easily.
  8. Cool completely before filling with the peppermint cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store filled macarons in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days, and unfilled shells freeze well for a month.

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