Black Macarons with Tricolor Ermine Buttercream
Elegant black macarons filled with colorful ermine buttercream, providing a delightful and sophisticated treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 24 macarons
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 egg whites
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black food coloring
- Filling of choice (buttercream, ganache, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Sift together the almond flour and powdered sugar.
- Beat the egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Combine the almond flour mixture and black food coloring into the meringue until fully combined.
- Pipe small circles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Let the piped macarons rest for 30-60 minutes until they form a skin.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until firm to the touch.
- Cool completely before filling with your choice of filling.
Notes
Use room-temperature egg whites for better volume. Ensure you sift the flour and powdered sugar twice for smooth shells.