RECIPE: Sweet Pastel Macarons For Easter
Have you ever been interested in making home-made macarons? Now you can with our Silpat Macaron Mat! This Easter, our macaron recipe is the perfect addition to bring some colorful French deliciousness to your Easter spread. Elevate your baking experience with Silpat, the original non-stick bakeware brand trusted by bakers worldwide. Let's dive into the delightful world of macarons and make this Easter extra special!
Why Choose Silpat for Your Easter Baking?
As the original non-stick bakeware brand, Silpat has been revolutionizing the way we bake for decades. Our high-quality silicone mold ensures flawless results every time, allowing you to create intricate and delicious treats without worrying about sticking or uneven baking. With Silpat, you can bake with confidence, knowing that your creations will turn out perfectly, just like the professionals.
The Silpat® Macaron Mat: Your Key to Perfectly-Shaped Macarons
The special Silpat® Macaron Mat will allow you to bake perfectly-shaped macarons. The circle-shaped prints will guide you to make 20 beautiful macaron shells. For better results, it is recommended to use a piping bag with a smooth 0.3-inch tip. Pistachio, raspberry, chocolate... give free rein to your pastry talents! No need to use butter, grease, oils, or sprays: your macaron shells will cook evenly and will come off easily.
Sweet Macarons Recipe:
Preparation Time: 30 minutes + 2 hours or overnight rest
Cooking Time: 12 to 13 minutes
Ingredients for Macaron Shells:
- Almond flour: 1 1/4 cups
- Powdered sugar: 2 1/4 cups
- Egg whites: 100g (about 3 large eggs)
- Granulated sugar: 1/8 cup
- Vanilla sugar: 3g
- Food coloring (pink and green): A pinch for each color
Ingredients for Vanilla Ganache:
- White chocolate, chopped: 4 ounces
- Heavy cream: 1/3 cup
- Vanilla bean: 1/2
Preparation of Macaron Shells:
- Heat the almond flour and powdered sugar in the microwave (40°C).
- Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C).
- Mix the sifted almond flour and powdered sugar, and set aside.
- Beat the egg whites with the granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gradually add the almond flour and powdered sugar mixture to the egg whites.
- Divide the batter into 2 portions.
- Add pink food coloring to one portion and green food coloring to the other.
- Place the Silpat Macaron Mat on a perforated baking sheet.
- Pipe the macarons onto the mat.
- Tap the baking sheet to flatten the macarons.
- Let rest for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C).
- Bake in the oven at 320°F (160°C) for 12 to 13 minutes.
- Let cool for a few minutes.
Preparation of Vanilla Ganache:
- Place the white chocolate in a metal bowl.
- Bring the heavy cream and vanilla bean to a boil.
- Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and whisk until smooth.
- Let the ganache cool for 2 hours or overnight.
- Fill the flat side of one macaron shell with ganache using a piping bag.
- Place another macaron shell (flat side down) on top of the ganache.
Tip:
You can vary the colors of the food coloring according to your preferences.
Discover the Silpat Difference this Easter:
Experience the unparalleled quality and performance of genuine Silpat bakeware as you indulge in our Sweet Macarons recipe this Easter. Our non-stick mold ensures flawless results every time, making baking a breeze for both amateur and professional bakers alike. Elevate your Easter celebration with Silpat, the original and ultimate non-stick bakeware brand trusted by generations of bakers.
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