Description
Delight in these delicate Nutella Drizzle Macarons, featuring crisp almond meringue shells filled with creamy Nutella and finished with a luscious Nutella drizzle. Perfectly balanced sweetness and texture make these French-inspired treats an irresistible dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup almond flour
Meringue
- 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling and Drizzle
- 1/2 cup Nutella (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons Nutella (for drizzle)
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (for thinning drizzle, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheets: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Pulse powdered sugar and almond flour together in a food processor until fine, then sift into a bowl to remove any lumps for a smooth macaron batter.
- Whip Egg Whites: In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar while continuing to beat until stiff, glossy peaks form, indicating a perfect meringue.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the sifted almond flour mixture into the meringue in batches, using a spatula to fold until the batter flows like lava and ribbons off the spatula, ensuring a smooth and airy texture.
- Pipe Macaron Shells: Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe 1.5-inch rounds onto the prepared baking sheets. Firmly tap the trays on the counter several times to release air bubbles and create smooth shells.
- Rest the Macarons: Let the macarons sit at room temperature for 30–60 minutes until the tops are dry to the touch, allowing a skin to form for better texture during baking.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake one tray at a time for 15–18 minutes. Remove and let cool completely on the baking sheets before handling to avoid cracking.
- Assemble Macarons: Pipe Nutella onto the flat side of half the macaron shells, then sandwich with the remaining shells to create the classic macaron shape with a rich filling.
- Drizzle Nutella: Warm 2 tablespoons of Nutella with a teaspoon of vegetable oil if needed to thin it. Drizzle over the assembled macarons using a spoon or piping bag for an elegant finishing touch.
- Set and Serve: Allow the drizzle to set before serving to ensure a neat and delicious presentation.
Notes
- Store macarons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- For optimal texture and flavor, let macarons mature for 24 hours before serving.
- You can freeze assembled macarons for up to 1 month; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 6.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12.5 g
- Fiber: 0.8 g
- Protein: 1.8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
