Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Christmas Tree Cake Macarons
- Sift together the powdered sugar and almond flour in a bowl to ensure a smooth macaron batter.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy, then add cream of tartar.
- Gradually incorporate granulated sugar while whisking until stiff peaks form.
- Fold in green gel food coloring and the sifted almond mixture gently until the batter flows like lava and is shiny.
- Transfer the vibrant batter into a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
- On lined baking sheets, pipe tree shapes about 1.5 inches high, ensuring even spacing.
- Firmly tap the trays on the counter to release any air bubbles.
- Allow the macarons to rest at room temperature for 30-60 minutes until a skin forms.
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake the trays one at a time for 14-16 minutes. Rotate halfway through.
- Let them cool completely before removing from the parchment.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until fluffy. Gradually mix in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt.
- Gently fold in the crumbled snack cakes.
- Choose half of the cooled macaron shells and pipe a generous amount of the filling on each one.
- Top with remaining halves to form sandwiches. Drizzle with white chocolate and sprinkle with festive stars.
- Refrigerate assembled macarons for at least 24 hours to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure the macaron batter flows like lava; resting time is crucial for achieving macaron rise. For the best flavor, let the macarons mature in the fridge for at least 24 hours.
