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Christmas Tree Cake Macarons

Festive Christmas Tree Cake Macarons for Holiday Joy

A delightful recipe for Christmas Tree Cake Macarons that captures the festive spirit of the holiday season.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 46 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Ensure it is sifted to avoid lumps.
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Substitution: Sunflower seed flour for nut-free options.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Must be at room temperature to whip properly.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Stabilizes the egg whites.
  • 1/4 tsp Cream of Tartar Helps maintain stability of whipped egg whites.
  • 2 drops Green Gel Food Coloring Use gel for better color intensity.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Butter Must be softened.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar (for filling) Sweetens the filling.
  • 1 cup Crumbled Snack Cakes
  • 1/2 cup White Chocolate (optional) For drizzling.
  • 1/4 cup Sprinkles (optional) Red and green sprinkles enhance visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • piping bag
  • Baking Sheets
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Christmas Tree Cake Macarons
  1. Sift together powdered sugar and almond flour in a large bowl.
  2. Beat egg whites until foamy, then gradually add cream of tartar and granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gently add green gel food coloring to the egg whites and fold until blended.
  4. Fold the dry mixture into the whipped egg whites until combined.
  5. Pipe tree shapes on lined baking sheets and tap gently to release air bubbles.
  6. Allow piped macarons to rest at room temperature for 30-60 minutes until a skin forms.
  7. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and bake macarons for 14-16 minutes.
  8. Let shells cool for about 10 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the filling by beating butter until fluffy, then adding powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, and crumbled snack cakes.
  10. Assemble the macarons by pairing shells and piping filling onto one side.
  11. For decoration, drizzle with melted white chocolate and sprinkle with red and green sprinkles.
  12. Refrigerate assembled macarons for at least 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Macarons can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for up to three months. Avoid reheating and best enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.

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