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Christmas Tree Cake Macarons

Festive Christmas Tree Cake Macarons You'll Love to Make

Delightful Christmas Tree Cake Macarons that bring joy and nostalgia, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 16 minutes
Servings: 24 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar sifted
  • 1 cup Almond Flour or sunflower seed flour
  • 4 large Egg Whites room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
  • 1 teaspoon Green Gel Food Coloring adjust as needed
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Butter softened
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream cold
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 cup Snack Cakes crumbled

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Piping bag
  • Baking sheets
  • electric mixer
  • Sifter
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sift the powdered sugar and almond flour together twice to ensure a lump-free mixture. In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy, then add cream of tartar. Gradually mix in granulated sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form, showcasing a glossy meringue. Gently fold in the sifted almond flour mixture and green gel food coloring until the batter flows smoothly like lava.
  2. Transfer the festive macaron batter into a piping bag fitted with a round tip. On lined baking sheets, pipe tree shapes or circles, creating uniform sizes for perfect sandwiches. After piping, lightly tap the sheets against the counter to release any trapped air bubbles. Allow the piped shells to rest at room temperature for 30-60 minutes until a skin forms.
  3. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) while your macarons rest. Bake one tray at a time for 14-16 minutes, turning the tray halfway through. They’re done when they have risen and their feet have formed.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until fluffy. Gradually mix in powdered sugar, then add cold heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Fold in the crumbled snack cakes until well combined.
  5. Pair similar-sized macaron shells and pipe a generous amount of the filling onto the flat side of one shell. Sandwich with another shell, pressing lightly. Optionally, drizzle with melted white chocolate and add sprinkles.
  6. Place the assembled macarons in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to meld flavors and soften textures.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These macarons can be customized with different colors and flavors to match your holiday theme. Ensure proper resting times and temperatures for best results.

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