Dark Chocolate Raspberry Macarons
Dark Chocolate Raspberry Macarons are a delightful fusion of rich dark chocolate and tart raspberry, encased in delicate almond meringue shells. These elegant treats are not only a feast for the eyes but also a heavenly indulgence for your taste buds. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet pick-me-up, this recipe guarantees impressive results with every bite. With a little patience and practice, you’ll master these gourmet cookies that are sure to impress friends and family.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 macarons 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% cacao)
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Sift together almond flour and powdered sugar in a bowl.
- In a clean bowl, whip egg whites until foamy; gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the sifted dry ingredients into the whipped egg whites until just combined.
- Pipe uniform circles onto prepared baking sheets and let rest for 30 minutes to form a skin.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until shells have formed feet and tops are dry. Cool completely.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering; pour over chopped dark chocolate and stir until smooth.
- Fold in fresh raspberries once cooled slightly. Assemble macarons by piping ganache between pairs of shells.
- Chill assembled macarons in an airtight container for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use aged egg whites for better volume when whipping. Customize flavors by adding extracts or using different fruits like strawberries or blueberries.