Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Chocolate Peanut Butter Macarons, where rich chocolate meets creamy peanut butter in a stunning French pastry. These elegant treats are perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy afternoons at home. With their smooth texture and melt-in-your-mouth goodness, they’re bound to impress both family and friends. Plus, this recipe allows for customization, whether you choose to drizzle with melted chocolate or sprinkle crushed peanuts on top. Elevate your baking skills with this fun project and create a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 100 grams egg whites
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams almond flour
- 100 grams powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a double boiler, whisk egg whites with granulated sugar until frothy.
- Whip mixture until stiff peaks form using a stand mixer.
- Sift almond flour, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar into the meringue; gently fold until combined.
- Pipe circles onto baking sheets and bake for about 13 minutes.
- For the filling, beat butter and peanut butter together; gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until fluffy.
- Assemble macarons by piping filling onto half of the cooled macarons and sandwiching with another half.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 113
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg