Description
Apple Pie Macarons are a delightful fusion of classic French elegance and comforting fall flavors. These macarons feature delicate shells infused with apple tea, perfectly complemented by a creamy apple pie buttercream filling. Ideal for any festive occasion, they are sure to impress your guests with their charming presentation and unique taste. With the added benefit of being gluten-free, these treats can be enjoyed by a wide range of dessert lovers. Whether you serve them at a seasonal gathering or as a thoughtful homemade gift, Apple Pie Macarons will elevate any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 110g almond meal
- 140g icing sugar
- 90g apple tea
- 10g egg white powder
- 100g castor sugar
- 100g butter
- 90g apple butter
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Process almond meal and icing sugar in a food processor; sieve and set aside.
- Combine cooled apple tea and egg white powder in a mixing bowl; whisk until frothy.
- Whip egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually add castor sugar and continue whisking until stiff peaks develop.
- Gently fold half of the almond mixture into the meringue, then incorporate the remaining half until shiny.
- Pipe onto baking sheets lined with greaseproof paper and let dry for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 150°C (302°F); bake shells at 140°C (284°F) for 12-14 minutes.
- Prepare filling by whisking butter, icing sugar, apple butter, and cinnamon until smooth; pipe onto macaron shells and assemble.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (15g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 12mg
- Fat: 4.54g
- Saturated Fat: 2.33g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13.53g
- Fiber: 0.40g
- Protein: 1.61g
- Cholesterol: 6mg