Description
Mother’s Day Raspberry Rose Macarons are exquisite, pastel-hued treats that combine the floral notes of rosewater with the tart sweetness of fresh raspberries. These delicate macarons not only delight the eyes but also tantalize the taste buds, making them an ideal way to celebrate the special women in your life. Perfect for tea parties or brunches, these charming confections are sure to impress and leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup raspberry puree (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tsp rosewater
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing your counter and gathering mixing bowls, piping bags, and lined baking sheets.
- Sift together almond flour and powdered sugar until combined for smooth shells.
- In a separate bowl, whip egg whites until foamy; gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form (5-7 minutes).
- Gently fold in raspberry puree and rosewater into the meringue without deflating it.
- Transfer batter to a piping bag and pipe small circles on prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each.
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and bake for 15-18 minutes until firm with feet formed. Cool completely before removing from parchment.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (20g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg