- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 250 kcal
Quick summary
“Chocolate Macarons: crispy, tasty delights worth it for the unique texture and intense chocolate flavor. With only 20 minutes of preparation and 30 minutes of cooking, it is a practical and tasty recipe.”
What you need to know
- A massa é preparada com claras de ovos e açúcar de confeiteiro, formando um merengue firme
- O chocolate é usado tanto no recheio quanto na preparação da massa
- É necessário deixar a massa descansar antes de assar para garantir a textura crocante
Ingredients
Main
- 115g of almond flour
- 200g of powdered sugar
- 100g of egg whites (approximately 3 egg whites)
- 30g of granulated sugar
- 50g of melted dark chocolate
- 200g of semi-sweet chocolate for the filling
- 100g of heavy cream
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Principal
- Preheat the oven to 150°C and line the pan with parchment paper.
- Sift the almond flour and powdered sugar together, ensuring there are no lumps.
- In the mixer, beat the egg whites until they start to foam, add the granulated sugar gradually.
- Continue beating until stiff peaks form and, if desired, add food coloring.
- Carefully incorporate the flour mixture into the meringue, in bottom-to-top movements.
- Add the melted chocolate and mix until homogeneous.
- Place the dough in a piping bag and make small balls on the prepared tray.
- Let it rest for 30 minutes until a crust forms.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, without opening the oven, until the bases are firm.
- Let it cool completely before removing from the pan.
- For the filling, heat the heavy cream and pour over the chocolate, stir until melted and creamy.
- Assemble a macaron with a generous layer of filling and cover with another.
Chef's tips
- Use claras de ovos frescas para garantir um bom resultado no merengue
- Não exagere na adição de corante alimentício, pois pode afetar a textura
- Para facilitar a montagem, use sacos de confeiteiro para colocar a massa nas formas
Variations
- Experimente rechear com frutas vermelhas em purê para um toque diferente
- Adicione essência de baunilha à massa para um sabor único
- Faça macarons de outras cores e sabores, como pistache ou morango
Substitutions
- O chocolate pode ser substituído por cacau em pó se preferir um sabor mais intenso
- O creme de leite pode ser substituído por leite condensado se não tiver disponível
- A farinha de amêndoas pode ser substituída por farinha de arroz para alergicos
How to store
The macarons should be stored in an airtight container on the top shelf of a dish to prevent them from sticking. They should be consumed the day after assembly.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze ready-made macarons, as they may lose texture when thawing. However, the batter can be frozen and used later to make macarons.
What to serve with
Serve the macarons with a bowl of ice cream or a coffee to complement the flavor and texture.
Frequently asked questions
How long should I let the dough rest?
Let the dough rest for at least 30 minutes to form a crust.
Can I replace the melted chocolate in the batter?
Yes, you can use cocoa powder, but the flavor will be different.
What to do if the egg whites don't whip into stiff peaks?
Check that the egg whites are fresh and that the mixer is working correctly.
Are the macarons ready in 12 minutes?
Yes, bake for 12-15 minutes in the preheated oven at 150°C.
