Peach Macarons with Fresh Peaches and Cream
Peach Macarons with Fresh Peaches and Cream are the epitome of summer indulgence, combining the airy elegance of French macarons with the juicy sweetness of fresh peaches. These delightful treats present a light and refreshing flavor profile that is perfect for warm days and special occasions. With their stunning appearance, they are bound to impress your guests at gatherings or serve as a delightful afternoon pick-me-up. Easy to prepare and versatile in flavor, these macarons can be customized with various fruits, making them a staple dessert for any season.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 48 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 macarons 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh peaches (pureed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Additional powdered sugar for filling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together twice in a mixing bowl.
- In another bowl, whip egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into whipped egg whites until smooth.
- Pipe small circles onto prepared baking sheets and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until firm but slightly soft when pressed; cool completely before removing.
- For the filling, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fluffy, then fold in pureed peaches.
- Assemble by sandwiching the peach filling between two macaron shells.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (24g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg