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Santa Claus Macarons

Santa Claus Macarons: Joyful Holiday Treats to Brighten Up Christmas

These Santa Claus Macarons are a delightful treat bringing festive spirit to any celebration. Their crisp shells hide a creamy, dreamy filling, making them a perfect holiday indulgence.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Resting Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 33 minutes
Servings: 24 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Macaron Shells
  • 1 cup Domino® Golden Sugar Adds sweetness and moisture; brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Egg White Powder Optional for stable meringue in humid climates.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Ensure they're at room temperature.
  • 2 cups Almond Flour Can substitute with finely ground cashews for nut-free.
  • 2 cups Domino® Powdered Sugar Essential for smooth buttercream and sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp Meringue Powder Used for structure in royal icing.
  • 1 tbsp Black & Yellow Gel Food Coloring For festive decorations.
Sugar Cookie Buttercream
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Heat-treat for safety.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Must be softened.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tsp Almond Extract
  • 3 tbsp Milk or Heavy Cream Use as needed for consistency.
  • 1 cup Desiccated Coconut Optional, for rolling.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • piping bag
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all ingredients and preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line baking sheets.
Meringue
  1. Whisk together sugar and egg white powder over simmering water until melted. Whip egg whites until stiff peaks form.
Macaron Shells
  1. Sift almond flour and powdered sugar, then fold into meringue until a thick batter forms.
Piping
  1. Transfer batter to piping bag and pipe circles on prepared sheets. Let rest until tops feel dry, about 30-60 minutes.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15-18 minutes until firm to touch. Let cool completely.
Royal Icing
  1. Mix powdered sugar, meringue powder, and water until glossy. Pipe faces on cooled shells.
Buttercream
  1. Heat-treat flour, then beat with butter and other ingredients until smooth.
Finishing Touch
  1. Pipe buttercream on half of the shells and sandwich with remaining shells. Optionally roll in desiccated coconut.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These macarons can be prepared in advance. Store them in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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