Why Make This Recipe
Santa Claus Macarons are a fun and festive treat that you can make during the holiday season. These charming cookies not only taste delicious, but they also add a cheerful touch to your holiday gatherings. They are perfect for sharing with friends and family or as homemade gifts. Plus, making these macarons can be a great activity for kids and adults alike!
How to Make Santa Claus Macarons
Ingredients:
- 100 grams Domino® Golden Sugar
- 4 grams egg white powder (optional, read notes)
- 100 grams egg whites
- 105 grams almond flour
- 105 grams Domino® Powdered Sugar
- 1 1/2 cups Domino® Powdered Sugar (187 grams)
- 1 tbsp meringue powder
- 4 tbsp water
- 2 drops black gel food coloring
- 1 drop yellow gel food coloring
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (63 grams)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (113 grams)
- 1/4 cup Domino® Golden Sugar (50 grams)
- 1 1/4 cup Domino® Powdered Sugar (156 grams)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp almond extract
- 1/2 tbsp milk or heavy cream
- 1/4 cup desiccated coconut (shredded (50 grams))
Directions:
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Macaron Shells: In a bowl, mix the almond flour and powdered sugar. In another bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Slowly add the sugar while continuing to whip. Fold the flour mixture into the whipped egg whites until fully combined. Pipe small circles onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let them sit for about 30 minutes to form a skin.
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Royal Icing: Combine the meringue powder, water, and powdered sugar in a bowl. Whip until you achieve a thick icing. You can use food coloring to make it festive if desired.
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Decorate the Shells: After the macaron shells have rested, bake them in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 15-20 minutes. Let them cool completely. Once cooled, use the royal icing to decorate the shells like Santa Claus faces.
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Sugar Cookie Buttercream: In a mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and milk or heavy cream. Mix until smooth.
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Fill the Shells: Spread or pipe the sugar cookie buttercream onto the flat side of one macaron shell and sandwich it with another shell.
How to Serve Santa Claus Macarons
You can serve Santa Claus Macarons on a festive plate or in a decorated gift box. They make a great addition to holiday dessert tables, and they are sure to delight everyone who sees and tastes them!
How to Store Santa Claus Macarons
Store your Santa Claus Macarons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them for up to a month.
Tips to Make Santa Claus Macarons
- Make sure to age your egg whites for better results by letting them sit covered at room temperature for a few hours or overnight.
- Ensure that your equipment is completely clean and dry, as any grease or moisture can affect the macarons.
- Use a kitchen scale for precise measurements, which is essential for macarons.
Variation
You can experiment with different flavors by adding extracts like peppermint or almond to the buttercream. You can also change the decorations to create different festive characters.
FAQs
Q: Can I make these macarons in advance?
A: Yes! You can make the shells a day ahead and fill them just before serving for the freshest taste.
Q: Why did my macarons crack?
A: Cracks can occur from over-mixing the batter or not letting them sit before baking. Make sure to achieve the right consistency and patience when resting.
Q: Can I use powdered egg whites instead of fresh ones?
A: Yes, you can use egg white powder, but make sure to rehydrate it properly by mixing it with water as per the instructions before using.
Santa Claus Macarons
Ingredients
Macaron Shells
- 100 grams Domino® Golden Sugar
- 4 grams egg white powder (optional) Read notes
- 100 grams egg whites Age for better results
- 105 grams almond flour
- 105 grams Domino® Powdered Sugar
- 1.5 cups Domino® Powdered Sugar (187 grams)
- 1 tbsp meringue powder
- 4 tbsp water
- 2 drops black gel food coloring
- 1 drop yellow gel food coloring
Filling and Decoration
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (63 grams)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (113 grams)
- 1/4 cup Domino® Golden Sugar (50 grams)
- 1 1/4 cups Domino® Powdered Sugar (156 grams)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp almond extract
- 1/2 tbsp milk or heavy cream
- 1/4 cup desiccated coconut (shredded) (50 grams)
Instructions
Macaron Shells
- In a bowl, mix the almond flour and powdered sugar.
- In another bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Slowly add the sugar while continuing to whip.
- Fold the flour mixture into the whipped egg whites until fully combined.
- Pipe small circles onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Let them sit for about 30 minutes to form a skin.
Royal Icing
- Combine the meringue powder, water, and powdered sugar in a bowl.
- Whip until you achieve a thick icing.
- Use food coloring to make it festive if desired.
Bake and Decorate
- After the macaron shells have rested, bake them in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 15-20 minutes.
- Let them cool completely.
- Once cooled, use the royal icing to decorate the shells like Santa Claus faces.
Sugar Cookie Buttercream
- In a mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and milk or heavy cream.
- Mix until smooth.
Fill the Shells
- Spread or pipe the sugar cookie buttercream onto the flat side of one macaron shell and sandwich it with another shell.
