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Easter Egg Macarons

Easter Egg Macarons: Colorful Delights Bursting with Flavor

These Easter Egg Macarons are colorful delights bursting with zesty flavor, perfect for any spring gathering or celebration.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 18 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 3 large Egg Whites Use room temperature or aged egg whites for best results.
  • 100 grams Granulated Sugar Can be replaced with superfine sugar for a smoother texture.
  • 120 grams Almond Flour Make sure it is finely ground for smooth shells.
  • 100 grams Powdered Sugar Essential for macaron structure, no substitutions recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste/Extract Pure vanilla extract can be used instead.
  • 2 drops Sky Blue Gel Food Coloring Any gel food coloring can be used for different themes.
  • 2 drops Chocolate Brown Gel Food Coloring Can be made with cocoa powder mixed with water, may alter texture.
For the Filling
  • 200 grams Lemon Curd Store-bought lemon curd can be used for convenience.
  • 1 tablespoon Vodka Clear alcohol like gin can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • standing mixer
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

Macaron Preparation
  1. Begin by lining two baking sheets with macaron silpats or parchment paper. Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C).
  2. In a food processor, blend almond flour and powdered sugar until finely ground. Sift the mixture to remove lumps.
  3. In a standing mixer, whisk egg whites on low until frothy. Gradually add granulated sugar, increase speed, and whisk until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold half of the almond flour mixture into the meringue with a silicone spatula, then add the remaining mixture.
  5. Transfer the batter into a piping bag and pipe egg shapes onto the prepared baking sheets. Let them rest for 20-30 minutes.
  6. Bake the macarons for 16-18 minutes in the preheated oven, ensuring they are not wobbling in the center when done.
  7. Let the macarons cool completely on the baking sheets for about 15-20 minutes.
  8. Mix chocolate brown gel food coloring with vodka to create a speckling mixture and delicately speckle the macaron shells.
  9. To make the filling, whisk egg whites and granulated sugar over simmering water until the mixture reaches 160°F (71°C). Remove from heat and whip until glossy.
  10. Fill the center of the meringue rings with lemon curd and sandwich them with another macaron shell. Store in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 15mg

Notes

Store macarons in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week to allow flavors to develop.

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