Description
Key Lime Macarons are a delightful fusion of tart and sweet, capturing the essence of sunshine in each bite. With a crisp outer shell and a creamy lime filling, these treats are perfect for any occasion—be it a picnic, party, or cozy afternoon tea. Easy to make even for beginners, these vibrant green macarons will surely impress your guests and evoke cherished memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites (aged preferred)
- ½ tsp cream of tartar
- ¼ cup fresh Key lime juice
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- Zest of 1 Key lime
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy; add cream of tartar and continue until soft peaks form.
- Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together; fold into meringue gently until just combined.
- Pipe small circles on baking sheets, leaving space between them.
- Let sit for 30 minutes to form a skin before baking for 15-20 minutes until they lift easily from the parchment.
- For the filling, whip butter, Key lime juice, lime zest, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Pair macarons and fill with the creamy mixture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (25g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg