Nut-Free Macarons Recipe

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January 01, 2023

Introduction

Macarons are a popular French confectionery that comes in a variety of flavors and colors. However, most macaron recipes require ground almonds, which can be a problem for people with nut allergies. In this article, we will share a nut-free macaron recipe that is just as delicious as the traditional version.

Ingredients

To make nut-free macarons, you will need the following ingredients:

3 egg whites
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup powdered sugar
3/4 cup cake flour
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup water
Food coloring (optional)

Substitutions

If you do not have cake flour, you can substitute it with all-purpose flour. For every cup of cake flour, substitute with 1 cup minus 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. If you do not want to use cocoa powder, you can substitute it with 1/4 cup of flour.

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2: Prepare the baking sheets

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.

Step 3: Prepare the dry ingredients

In a medium bowl, sift together the powdered sugar, flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 4: Prepare the wet ingredients

In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until foamy. Add the cream of tartar and continue to beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.

Step 5: Combine the wet and dry ingredients

Add the sifted dry ingredients to the egg white mixture and fold gently until the batter is smooth and shiny.

Step 6: Pipe the batter onto the baking sheets

Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Pipe small circles of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about an inch apart.

Step 7: Let the macarons rest

Let the macarons rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes to allow a skin to form on the surface.

Step 8: Bake the macarons

Bake the macarons for 12-15 minutes, or until they are set but not browned.

Step 9: Let the macarons cool

Remove the macarons from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheets.

Step 10: Pair the macarons

Match up the macarons by size and shape.

Step 11: Prepare the filling

Prepare your desired filling. Some popular options include buttercream, ganache, or jam.

Step 12: Fill the macarons

Transfer the filling to a piping bag fitted with a small round tip. Pipe a small amount of filling onto the flat side of one macaron, then sandwich it with another macaron.

Step 13: Let the macarons mature

For best results, let the macarons mature in the fridge for 24-48 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the texture to become chewy.

Nutrition

The nutrition information for this nut-free macaron recipe will vary depending on the type of filling you use. However, each macaron shell contains approximately:

Calories: 50
Protein: 1g
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 25mg

Conclusion

By using cake flour instead of almonds, you can create delicious nut-free macarons that are safe for people with nut allergies to enjoy. Follow the steps in this recipe and experiment with different flavors to create your own unique macaron creations.