Description
Delightful holiday macaron trees featuring a unique strawberry matcha white chocolate ganache filling, perfect for festive celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- Macaron Shells:
- 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup almond flour
- 3 large egg whites, at room temperature
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- Green food coloring
- Strawberry Matcha White Chocolate Ganache:
- 6 oz white chocolate, chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp matcha powder
- ½ cup freeze-dried strawberry powder
Instructions
- Macaron Shells:
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and fit with a macaron template if using.
- In a food processor, pulse together the powdered sugar and almond flour until well combined. Sift into a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. Add a few drops of green food coloring and beat until incorporated.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the whipped egg whites in two batches, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a ¼-inch tip. Pipe small tree-shaped shells onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Rap the baking sheets firmly on the counter to release any air bubbles. Let them sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes until a skin forms.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, one sheet at a time. Cool completely before removing from the parchment.
- Ganache:
- Place the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until simmering. Pour over the white chocolate and let sit for 1 minute.
- Stir until smooth. Add the matcha powder and strawberry powder, mixing until fully combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes until firm.
- Assembly:
- Pipe or spread the ganache onto the flat side of a macaron shell. Top with another shell to create a sandwich.
Notes
Macarons are best the day after assembly. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving. Experiment with tree topper decorations for extra holiday flair.
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 3g