Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Begin by sifting powdered sugar and almond flour together twice in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
- Beat the egg whites at medium speed until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar and cream of tartar, beating until stiff peaks form (about 5-7 minutes).
- Gently fold in green gel food coloring, then gradually incorporate the sifted almond flour mixture until the batter flows like lava.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe tree shapes on a lined baking sheet. Tap the baking sheet to release air bubbles.
- Let the piped shells rest at room temperature for 30-60 minutes until dry to the touch.
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and bake the shells for 14-16 minutes. Cool completely on parchment paper.
- Beat unsalted butter until fluffy, then mix in powdered sugar, vanilla, heavy cream, salt, and crumbled snack cakes.
- Pipe filling onto one macaron shell, sandwich with another, and optionally drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkles.
- Refrigerate the assembled macarons for at least 24 hours to mature the flavors.
Nutrition
Notes
Store macarons at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to a week. Freeze unfilled shells for up to 2 months.
