Peach Macarons with Fresh Peaches and Cream
Delight in the exquisite flavors of Peach Macarons with Fresh Peaches and Cream, a perfect summer dessert that captures the essence of juicy peaches in a delicate French pastry. These macarons feature a crisp outer shell that gives way to a luscious peach-infused cream filling, creating a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Ideal for gatherings or special occasions, these elegant treats are sure to impress your guests while providing a refreshing bite of summer in every morsel. With easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create these stunning desserts at home.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 macarons 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh peaches (pureed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Additional powdered sugar for filling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Sift together almond flour and powdered sugar twice in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whip egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the whipped egg whites until fully combined.
- Pipe small circles onto prepared baking sheets and let rest for about 30 minutes until they form a skin.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until firm but slightly soft when pressed; allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the filling, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fluffy, then fold in pureed peaches gently.
- Assemble by sandwiching the peach-infused cream filling between two macaron shells.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg