Flaky Macaron French Kiss
A delicate French-inspired macaron recipe with a flaky twist and a hint of kissed flavor.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup French kissed almondsGround to a fine powder
- ●24 Macaron shellsPre-made or homemade
- ●1/4 cup Olive oilFor brushing
- ●1/2 cup Flaky sea saltFor dusting
- ●1 cup Powdered sugarFor dusting
- ●1/2 cup Unsalted butterMelted
- ●1 tsp Vanilla extractOptional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, sift together the powdered sugar and almond powder.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- 4
Fold the sifted almond mixture into the egg whites until well combined.
- 5
Transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
- 6
Pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheet.
- 7
Tap the baking sheet gently to remove any air bubbles.
- 8
Allow the macarons to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to an hour.
- 9
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are firm and the edges are lightly golden.
- 10
Allow the macarons to cool completely on the baking sheet.
- 11
Once cooled, pair the macarons by size and shape.
- 12
Dust the tops of the macarons with powdered sugar and flaky sea salt.
- 13
Brush the tops with melted butter and a hint of vanilla extract, if using.