Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Earl Grey Macarons
- Begin your delightful journey by measuring all dry ingredients—almond flour, powdered sugar, and Earl Grey tea. Ensure your egg whites are at room temperature.
- In a small saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water, then place it over medium heat until it reaches 118°C-120°C (244°F-248°F).
- Using a stand mixer, whisk the egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add the superfine sugar until soft peaks form.
- Once the sugar syrup reaches the right temperature, remove it from heat and pour it into the egg whites while whisking.
- Combine the almond flour, powdered sugar, and Earl Grey tea in a separate bowl and pulse in a food processor.
- Gently fold the whipped meringue into the almond mixture until it reaches the ribbon stage.
- Prepare a piping bag and pipe equal-sized rounds (about 3 cm in diameter) on a baking tray.
- Let the piped macarons rest at room temperature for 25-40 minutes, until dry to the touch.
- Preheat your oven to 155°C (311°F) and bake the macarons for 14-15 minutes.
- Allow the macarons to cool on the baking tray for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Whisk together egg yolks, lemon juice, and sugar in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until thickened.
- Incorporate butter and softened gelatin into the lemon curd, stirring until smooth.
- Pipe a small dollop of lemon curd onto half of the macarons and press another shell on top.
- Melt white chocolate and add yellow food coloring for decoration, then drizzle over the macarons.
- Refrigerate filled macarons for at least 12 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
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Notes
Macarons are best enjoyed fresh, ideally within hours of assembly. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze appropriately.
