Ingredients
100 grams egg whites
100 grams granulated sugar
105 grams almond flour
105 grams powdered sugar
Food coloring (optional)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
2 large egg yolks
1/4 cup passion fruit pulp (preferably unsweetened)
2 egg whites
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup white chocolate chips
Passion fruit seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
1-First, start with the macaron shells by sifting 105 grams of almond flour and 105 grams of powdered sugar together to ensure a smooth mixture.
2-Next, heat 100 grams of egg whites with 100 grams of granulated sugar until the sugar dissolves, then whisk them to stiff peaks for that airy texture.
3-Gently fold in the dry ingredients along with food coloring if you want a vibrant hue, then pipe the batter onto trays and let it rest until itβs dry to the touch before baking at 300Β°F (about 150Β°C) for 18-20 minutes.
4-For the passion fruit curd, cream together 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter, 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of fine sea salt, and 2 large egg yolks until smooth.
5-Add 1/4 cup of passion fruit pulp and cook it over low heat, stirring continuously for 5-10 minutes until it thickens be sure not to let it boil.
6-Once done, chill the curd for at least 6 hours to set properly.
7-Moving on to the marshmallow frosting, heat 2 egg whites, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar, and 1/8 teaspoon of fine sea salt to 140Β°F (60Β°C).
8-Whip the mixture until itβs fluffy, then stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for a sweet finish.
9-For assembly, pipe the marshmallow frosting onto half of your cooled macaron shells, add a dollop of the passion fruit curd, and sandwich them with the other shells.
10-Optionally, drizzle melted 1/4 cup white chocolate chips and sprinkle passion fruit seeds on top for extra flair.
Last Step:
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π¬ Adjust sugar if using sweetened passion fruit pulp.
π₯ Stir curd constantly during cooking; avoid boiling.
π©βπ³ Test macaron batter consistency using the figure-8 or teaspoon test.
β Let piped macarons rest until dry skin forms before baking.
βοΈ Store finished macarons refrigerated for up to 5 days.
βοΈ Use a kitchen scale and oven thermometer for best results.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Chilling time: 6 hours
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 125
