Description
Chocolate Peanut Butter Macarons are a heavenly blend of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. These delicate French confections feature a crunchy exterior and a soft, chewy interior, perfectly complemented by a luscious peanut butter filling. Ideal for dessert tables, holiday gatherings, or simply as a sweet indulgence at home, these macarons will surely impress anyone who takes a bite. With their stunning presentation and customizable flavors, they elevate your dessert game effortlessly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 100 grams egg whites
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams almond flour
- 100 grams powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup butter (for filling)
- 1/3 cup peanut butter (for filling)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl over simmering water, whisk egg whites and granulated sugar until frothy.
- Transfer to a stand mixer and whip until stiff peaks form to create Swiss meringue.
- Sift together almond flour, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar; gently fold into meringue until the batter flows slowly.
- Pipe small circles onto prepared sheets; tap to release air bubbles.
- Bake for 13 minutes, turning halfway through, then cool completely on sheets.
- For the filling, beat together peanut butter and butter; add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until fluffy.
- Assemble macarons by piping filling between two shells.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (15g)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg