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Lavender Macaron Shells

Lavender Macaron Shells

Delicate lavender macaron shells with a crisp exterior and soft chewy center, infused with a subtle floral aroma.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 20 shells 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender (finely ground)
  • a few drops purple food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Sift almond flour, powdered sugar, and lavender together.
  3. Whip egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold dry ingredients into meringue until smooth and flowing.
  5. Pipe small circles onto baking sheet and let rest for 30 minutes.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes until set.
  7. Cool completely before filling and serving.

Notes

  • Sift ingredients well for smooth shells
  • Avoid overmixing batter
  • Let shells rest before baking
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 shell
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: lavender macarons, french macarons, floral dessert, almond cookies