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Hot Chocolate Macarons Recipe

Decadent Hot Chocolate Macarons Recipe for Cozy Nights

Enjoy these gluten-free Hot Chocolate Macarons, a delightful twist on classic French treats, perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Ensure it’s finely ground
  • 1 tablespoon Egg White Powder Can substitute with fresh egg whites
  • 1 third cup Cocoa Powder Opt for Dutch process cocoa
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Do not swap for granulated sugar
  • 4 large Egg Whites Fresh and at room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Added to meringue for sweetness
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Marshmallow Cream Can substitute with buttercream
  • 1 stick Room Temperature Butter Essential for richness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream For adjusting buttercream consistency
For Topping
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate can be substituted
  • 1 cup Festive Sprinkles & Mini Marshmallows For decoration

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Piping bag
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Sift together almond flour, egg white powder, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl.
  2. Beat egg whites in a clean bowl at medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
  3. Fold dry ingredients into meringue until mixture flows like lava.
  4. Transfer batter to piping bag and pipe small circles onto parchment-lined sheets.
  5. Let macarons rest at room temperature until a skin forms, about 20-30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 300°F and bake macarons for 12-15 minutes.
  7. Melt chocolate chips and dip half the macaron tops, then sprinkle with festive decorations.
  8. Whip together marshmallow cream, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream until smooth.
  9. Pipe filling onto half of the macaron shells and assemble with the other half.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These macarons can be stored at room temperature for one day, in the fridge for three days, or frozen for a month.

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