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Santa Claus Macarons

Santa Claus Macarons

Create festive Santa Claus Macarons filled with a delightful Sugar Cookie Buttercream that will impress your guests this holiday season. These whimsical treats not only boast a charming design but also offer a deliciously sweet and creamy filling that perfectly complements the crisp macaron shells. Ideal for special occasion parties, as gifts, or simply as a festive indulgence, this recipe is easy to follow, making it perfect for bakers of all skill levels. With vibrant colors and fun decorations, these cookies are sure to stand out on any dessert table.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 macarons 1x

Ingredients

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  • 100 grams golden sugar
  • 4 grams egg white powder (optional)
  • 100 grams egg whites
  • 105 grams almond flour
  • 105 grams powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for royal icing)
  • 1 tbsp meringue powder
  • 4 tbsp water
  • 2 drops black gel food coloring
  • 1 drop yellow gel food coloring
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup golden sugar
  • 1 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for buttercream)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp almond extract
  • 1/2 tbsp milk or heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup desiccated coconut

Instructions

  1. Prepare the macaron batter by sifting almond flour and powdered sugar into a bowl. In another bowl, whip egg whites until foamy, gradually adding golden sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the dry ingredients.
  2. Pipe small circles onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each shell. Let them sit at room temperature for 30–60 minutes.
  3. Bake at 150°C (300°F) for about 18–20 minutes until firm.
  4. For the royal icing, mix powdered sugar with meringue powder and water until smooth; tint as desired.
  5. Make the Sugar Cookie Buttercream by creaming butter and golden sugar; add powdered sugar, extracts, milk or cream, and desiccated coconut.
  6. Assemble the macarons by pairing shells and piping in the filling.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 macaron
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Use aged egg whites for better meringue stability. Experiment with different gel food colors for unique designs. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.

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