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Pistachio Macarons

Delicate French pistachio macarons with crisp shells and creamy pistachio filling, perfect for elegant occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 24 macarons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1.75 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 egg whites large, room temperature
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • green gel food coloring optional
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup finely ground pistachios
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for buttercream
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Sifter
  • Piping bag with round tip
  • Baking sheets
  • Silicone mats or parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together.
  2. Beat egg whites until foamy, gradually add granulated sugar, and beat to stiff peaks.
  3. Fold dry ingredients into meringue until batter flows like lava.
  4. Pipe small circles onto lined baking sheets and tap trays to release air bubbles.
  5. Rest macarons until a skin forms, about 30–60 minutes.
  6. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 15–18 minutes. Cool completely.
  7. Beat butter, powdered sugar, ground pistachios, and cream for filling.
  8. Sandwich matching shells with buttercream filling.
  9. Mature in fridge 24 hours before serving.

Notes

Store macarons in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze shells for longer storage.