Description
Delight in these delicate Nutella Drizzle Macarons, featuring a crisp almond meringue shell with a subtle sweetness, perfectly finished with a luscious Nutella drizzle. This elegant French-inspired treat is ideal for gatherings or a sophisticated snack, combining the nutty flavors of almond flour with the rich taste of chocolate hazelnut spread.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar
Meringue
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- Food coloring (optional)
Topping
- ½ cup Nutella (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift together the almond flour and powdered sugar into a bowl until the mixture is smooth and lump-free to create a consistent dry base.
- Make Meringue: In a clean mixing bowl, whip the room temperature egg whites on medium speed until they become frothy. Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form, indicating the meringue is ready.
- Add Food Coloring: If desired, gently fold in food coloring into the meringue to achieve your preferred macaron hue without deflating the mixture.
- Combine Mixtures: Carefully fold the sifted almond flour and powdered sugar mixture into the meringue until just combined, maintaining the airiness for a light texture.
- Pipe Macarons: Using a piping bag, pipe small, evenly sized circles of the batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them adequately to prevent sticking while baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the macarons are firm to the touch and have developed a delicate shell.
- Cool: Allow the macarons to cool completely on the parchment paper before attempting to remove them to preserve their shape and texture.
- Drizzle Nutella: Slightly melt the Nutella to a drizzle-friendly consistency and artistically drizzle it over the cooled macarons for a decadent finishing touch.
Notes
- Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for optimal meringue volume.
- Sifting dry ingredients thoroughly prevents lumps and ensures smooth macarons.
- Do not overmix when folding ingredients to keep the batter airy and light.
- Allow macarons to cool completely before drizzling Nutella to prevent melting the shells.
- If the Nutella is too thick, warm it briefly in a microwave to make it easier to drizzle.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
