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Chocolate Macaron Shells

Chocolate Macaron Shells

Delicate chocolate macaron shells with a crisp exterior and soft chewy center, perfect for filling or enjoying on their own.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 20 shells 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Sift almond flour, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder together.
  3. Whip egg whites until foamy, add sugar gradually, and beat to stiff peaks.
  4. Fold dry ingredients into meringue until smooth and flowing.
  5. Pipe circles onto baking sheet and let rest until a skin forms.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes.
  7. Cool completely before removing and serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature egg whites
  • Do not overmix the batter
  • Let shells rest before baking
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 shell
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: chocolate macaron shells, macarons, french dessert