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Christmas Tree Cake Macarons Recipe

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This Christmas Tree Cake Macarons recipe combines delicate, classic French macaron shells with a rich buttercream filling inspired by the festive flavors of Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes and white chocolate. These festive macarons are decorated with green sprinkles and red buttercream to bring holiday cheer to your dessert table.

Ingredients

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Macaron Shells

  • 70 grams almond flour
  • 63 grams powdered sugar
  • 55 grams egg whites (at room temperature)
  • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar (optional)
  • 55 grams granulated sugar

Buttercream Filling

  • 1 stick unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • 1½–2 Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (crumbled)
  • ½ cup white chocolate (melted)

Decoration

  • Green sprinkles
  • Red buttercream frosting or Royal icing

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: Measure and sift the almond flour and powdered sugar together into a bowl to remove lumps and aerate the mixture.
  2. Make Meringue: In a stand mixer bowl, whisk the room temperature egg whites with cream of tartar until frothy (1-2 minutes). Gradually add granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, whisking until stiff peaks form, about 7-9 minutes. The meringue should hold stiff peaks that stand straight up when the whisk is removed.
  3. Fold Dry Ingredients: Sift half of the almond flour and powdered sugar mixture into the meringue and carefully fold it by moving around the bowl and straight through the center, ensuring no dry spots remain. Sift in the remaining mixture and continue folding until the batter has a “lava-like” consistency and flows slowly off the spatula, about 15-20 seconds without breaking the figure 8 pattern drawn. Avoid overmixing to maintain air bubbles.
  4. Pipe Macarons: Prepare a piping bag fitted with a large round tip, fill it with the macaron batter using a large mug or glass for support. Pipe 1½-inch circles onto a silicone baking mat or parchment-lined baking sheet. Tap the baking sheet five times against the counter to release air bubbles, then use a toothpick to pop any remaining bubbles on the surface.
  5. Form Skins: Allow the macarons to sit at room temperature for 20-40 minutes until a firm skin forms on the surface. You should be able to touch the top without batter sticking to your finger and the shells should not be tacky.
  6. Bake Macarons: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake the macaron shells for 15-17 minutes until they puff up and the tops no longer move on the “feet.” Avoid opening the oven during the first 13 minutes. Rotate the pan halfway through if your oven has hot or cold spots. The macarons are done when the bottoms peel easily off the mat or parchment.
  7. Prepare Buttercream Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until incorporated. Add heavy whipping cream and continue to beat until light and fluffy. Fold in the crumbled Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes and melted white chocolate until evenly mixed.
  8. Assemble Macarons: Once macaron shells have cooled completely, pipe or spread the buttercream filling on the flat side of one shell and sandwich with another shell. Decorate the assembled macarons with green sprinkles and red buttercream or royal icing to mimic Christmas tree decorations.

Notes

  • Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for optimal volume when making meringue.
  • Be precise with measurements especially for almond flour and powdered sugar to achieve smooth shells.
  • Allowing shells to form a skin before baking is crucial to develop the characteristic macaron “feet.”
  • Use a silicone baking mat or parchment to prevent sticking and ease removal.
  • Store assembled macarons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for best flavor and texture.
  • Bring assembled macarons to room temperature before serving for best taste.

Keywords: Christmas macarons, holiday dessert, French macarons, buttercream filling, almond macarons, festive treats

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