CLASSIC FRENCH MACARON WITH VANILLA BUTTERCREAM FILLING

Prep Time: 1 hourCook Time: 15 minsYield: 12-16 macaronsCategory: DessertCuisine: French
Every bite of this sweet, classic french macaron with vanilla buttercream filling is melt-in-your-mouth goodness.
INGREDIENTS
- MACARON SHELLS:
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 large egg whites, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- VANILLA BUTTERCREAM FILLING:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup and 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
- 1 teaspoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
INSTRUCTIONS
- MACARON SHELLS:
- Combine almond flour and confectioners’ sugar in a bowl and whisk together. Pass mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing down on clumps.
- In a large bowl, beat the egg whites using a hand-mixer or stand-mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until soft peaks form. Add the granulated sugar and beat on high for 2 more minutes until stiff, glossy peaks form.
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