Foolproof French Macarons Recipe

#### 2. **Sift Dry Ingredients**

Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together into a large bowl. Discard large bits to ensure a smooth shell.

#### 3. **Whip the Meringue**

In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites on medium until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar. Increase speed and whip until stiff, glossy peaks form. Add food coloring during the last few seconds.

#### 4. **Macaronage: The Folding Technique**

Gently fold the almond mixture into the meringue using a spatula. The batter should flow slowly like lava — not runny, not stiff.
**Test it:** When you lift the spatula, the batter should ribbon down and slowly melt back into itself within 10 seconds.

#### 5. **Pipe and Rest**

Pipe 1-inch circles onto prepared trays. Tap trays on the counter to release air bubbles. Let them rest at room temperature for 30–60 minutes, or until the tops are dry to the touch. This step helps form the signature “feet.”

#### 6. **Bake**

Bake at **300°F (150°C)** for 15–18 minutes. Let them cool completely before removing from the tray.

#### 7. **Fill and Pair**

Match similar-sized shells. Pipe your filling onto one, sandwich gently with another. Let the macarons “mature” in the fridge for 24 hours for best texture and flavor.

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### 🌟 Pro Tips for Perfect Macarons

* **Use aged egg whites** (separated a day or two in advance) for better meringue stability
* **Avoid humidity** — rainy days can ruin resting and baking
* **Silicone mats > parchment paper** for even shapes and better bottoms
* **Don’t overfold** during macaronage — it’s the #1 reason for flat, cracked macarons

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### 🧁 Flavor Variations to Try

Once you’ve mastered the base recipe, the flavor possibilities are endless:

* **Lemon shells + raspberry buttercream**
* **Chocolate shells + espresso ganache**
* **Matcha shells + white chocolate filling**
* **Vanilla shells + salted caramel buttercream**

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### 🎉 Final Thoughts

French macarons don’t have to be your baking nemesis. With a few tools, patience, and this **foolproof recipe**, you’ll be churning out bakery-quality macarons that are crisp on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and absolutely gorgeous.

They’re perfect for gifting, parties, or simply treating yourself with something a little extra.

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