Raspberry Macarons

Raspberry macarons that are delicate and sweet, with a fruity burst in every bite. These sophisticated candies are ideal for celebratory events or decadent times.

Ingredients:

• 125g almond flour
• 125g powdered sugar
• 110g egg whites aged for 24 hours
• 30g granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp raspberry extract
• Pink food coloring optional
• Raspberry jam or preserves for filling

Instructions:

Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together, then set aside

In a clean, dry bowl, whip the aged egg whites until foamy

Gradually add granulated sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form

Fold the almond flour mixture into the egg whites until smooth and shiny

Add raspberry extract and a few drops of pink food coloring if desired

Pipe small circles onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Tap the baking sheet to remove air bubbles and let macarons rest for 30 minutes

Preheat the oven to 300F 150C

Bake macarons for 12-15 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through

Let macarons cool completely on the baking sheet

Once cooled, spread raspberry jam or preserves on one macaron shell and sandwich with another

Serve and enjoy your delicious raspberry macarons