Description
Indulge in these decadent Dark Chocolate Raspberry Macarons, with a crisp outer shell and a luscious ganache and raspberry compote filling. These French-inspired treats are perfect for special occasions or a luxurious dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Macaron Shells:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Gel food coloring (optional)
For the Dark Chocolate Ganache:
- 6 oz dark chocolate, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter (optional)
- Raspberry liqueur (optional)
For the Raspberry Compote:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 2–3 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Macaron Shells: Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together. Whisk egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar and whip to stiff peaks. Gently fold in the dry mixture until lava-like consistency. Pipe small rounds onto a baking sheet and bake at 300°F for 12–15 minutes.
- Make the Raspberry Compote: Simmer raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice until thickened; cool.
- Create the Dark Chocolate Ganache: Heat cream, pour over chocolate, let sit, then stir until smooth. Add butter or liqueur if desired.
- Assemble the Macarons: Pipe ganache onto a shell, add compote, and top with another shell. Chill before serving.
Notes
- Use a kitchen scale for precise measurements.
- Ensure bowls and beaters are grease-free for best meringue volume.
- Mature macarons in the fridge for ideal texture.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking / Piping
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 103
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 8 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
