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easy strawberry macaron shells

Foolproof Strawberry Macaron Shells

5 from 1 vote
These vibrant Strawberry Macaron Shells are naturally flavored with freeze-dried fruit powder for an authentic taste and perfect chewy texture. Decorated with white chocolate drizzle and strawberry dust.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 30 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 75
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 140 g super fine almond flour Sifted well
  • 130 g powdered sugar Contains cornstarch
  • 15 g freeze-dried strawberries Pulverized to fine powder
  • 100 g egg whites Room temperature, aged
  • 90 g granulated sugar Super fine or caster
  • 2 drops pink gel food coloring Optional for color
  • 50 g white chocolate Melted, for drizzle decoration
  • 1 tablespoon crushed freeze-dried strawberries For topping decoration

Equipment

  • 1 kitchen scale Essential for accuracy
  • 1 stand mixer Or hand mixer
  • 1 piping bag With round tip
  • 1 silicone baking mat Or parchment paper
  • 1 Baking sheet Heavy duty

Method
 

  1. Pulse almond flour, powdered sugar, and strawberry powder in a food processor until fine.
  2. Sift the mixture twice into a large bowl, discarding any large bits.
  3. Whip egg whites in a clean bowl until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar.
  4. Beat until stiff peaks form that stand straight up without curling.
    sifting almond flour and strawberry dust
  5. Fold dry ingredients into meringue in three batches until batter flows like lava.
    macaronage folding technique
  6. Pipe rounds onto a silicone mat and tap the tray firmly to release air.
    piping strawberry macaron shells
  7. Rest shells for 30–60 minutes until a matte skin forms on top.
  8. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 15–18 minutes until shells do not wiggle.
  9. Cool completely, then drizzle with white chocolate and sprinkle with strawberry crumbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 25gCalories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 20mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Macarons are best eaten 24 hours after filling; store in the fridge to let the texture mature. Use a kitchen scale for best results.

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