Pistachio Macarons
Macarons are believed to have been introduced to France by Catherine de’ Medici’s Italian pastry chefs during the Renaissance.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.
Pistachio Macarons
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue whisking until stiff peaks form.
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In a separate bowl, sift together the almond flour, pistachio flour, and powdered sugar. Fold the dry ingredients into the egg white mixture.
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Add the green food coloring and mix until well combined.
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Transfer the batter into a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe small circles onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Let the macarons rest for 30 minutes to form a skin.
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Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and bake the macarons for 15 minutes.
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Allow the macarons to cool completely.
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Pipe the pistachio buttercream onto the flat side of one macaron and sandwich with another macaron.
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Repeat with the remaining macarons.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 14g5%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
