🎄✨ Festive Macaron Christmas Trees – Sweet Holiday Magic! ✨🎄
Bring the holiday spirit to your dessert table with these adorable Festive Macaron Christmas Trees! Delicate macaron shells stacked with creamy filling create a stunning edible centerpiece that’s almost too cute to eat.
Ingredients:
Macaron Shells:
3 large egg whites (room temperature)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup almond flour
Green gel food coloring
Buttercream Filling:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1-2 tbsp milk or cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: edible glitter or sprinkles for decoration
Directions:
- Prepare the Macaron Batter:
Sift the powdered sugar and almond flour together into a large bowl. Set aside.
Beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Add green gel food coloring and mix until fully combined.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the meringue, mixing until the batter flows in thick ribbons when lifted. - Pipe and Bake the Macarons:
Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Pipe small, medium, and large circles to create the layers for the trees.
Tap the baking sheets to release air bubbles and let the macarons rest for 30-60 minutes until they form a dry skin.
Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and bake for 12-15 minutes. Let cool completely. - Make the Buttercream:
Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, beating until fluffy. Transfer to a piping bag. - Assemble the Trees:
Pipe buttercream onto a large macaron shell, stack with a medium shell, add more buttercream, and top with a small shell.
Decorate with edible glitter or sprinkles for a festive touch. - Serve:
Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow flavors to meld. Serve and watch these Christmas treats light up the room!
These macaron trees are a show-stopping addition to any holiday celebration. 🎁🍬