Coffee Macarons – Delicate French macarons with coffee

I’m going to walk you through making Coffee Macarons. These are delicate French cookies with a coffee-flavored filling.

They’re perfect when you want a sweet treat with a little bit of a kick. Don’t worry; I’ll make it simple and easy to follow.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s what you’ll need to make these tasty Coffee Macarons:

For the macaron shells:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ¾ cup almond flour
• 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

For the coffee filling:

• ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
• 1 teaspoon hot water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

How To Make

Step 1: Prep Work

Start by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. Next, you’ll want to sift together the powdered sugar and almond flour into a large bowl. This will help the macaron shells come out smooth.

Step 2: Whip the Egg Whites

In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites until they’re foamy. Add the granulated sugar slowly while continuing to whip. Keep whipping until you get stiff peaks. This means the mixture should hold its shape when you lift the whisk.

Step 3: Fold in the Dry Ingredients

Gently fold the almond flour and powdered sugar mixture into the whipped egg whites. Be careful not to overmix. You want the batter to be smooth and shiny, but not runny.

Step 4: Pipe the Macarons

Spoon the batter into a piping bag with a round tip. Pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheet. Let the macarons sit out for about 30 minutes to an hour. This helps them form a skin, which is important for that signature macaron texture.

Step 5: Bake the Macarons

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Once ready, bake the macarons for 15-18 minutes. You’ll know they’re done when they easily lift off the parchment paper. Let them cool completely before removing them from the sheet.

Step 6: Make the Coffee Filling

While the macarons are baking, let’s make the coffee filling. Dissolve the instant coffee granules in the hot water. In a bowl, beat the softened butter until it’s creamy. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth. Then, add the coffee mixture and beat until everything is well combined.

Step 7: Assemble the Macarons

Now for the fun part! Pair up the macaron shells by size. Pipe or spoon a small amount of the coffee filling onto one shell, and gently press the other shell on top. Repeat until all your macarons are filled.

Step 8: Enjoy!

And that’s it! You’ve made Coffee Macarons. They’re perfect for sharing, or just enjoying with a cup of coffee. Store them in an airtight container, and they’ll stay fresh for a few days. Enjoy your sweet creation!