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Slytherin’s Mystic Butterbeer Macarons

Slytherin’s Mystic Butterbeer Macarons for Magical Moments

Delight in Slytherin’s Mystic Butterbeer Macarons, a whimsical dessert inspired by wizardry that enchants any gathering.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 28 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Provides structure and a nutty flavor; for nut-free, try sunflower seed flour.
  • 1.75 cups Powdered Sugar Contributes sweetness and helps achieve that fine macaron texture.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Essential for creating a stable meringue that gives those lovely shells.
  • 0.75 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the meringue and helps form stiff peaks.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes egg whites during whipping.
  • Food Coloring (green or shade of choice) Customize to create themed versions for other Hogwarts houses.
For the Butterbeer Filling
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Adds a rich creaminess to the filling.
  • 0.75 cup Brown Sugar Infuses depth and warmth, reminiscent of your favorite butterbeer.
  • 0.25 cup Heavy Cream Ensures a luxurious, creamy texture in the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon Butterscotch Extract (or caramel extract) Delivers that signature butterbeer flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances sweetness; a wonderful complement to the filling.
  • Salt Balances out the overall sweetness beautifully.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • piping bag
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together into a large bowl and set aside.
  2. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
  3. Fold in food coloring into the meringue gently.
  4. Fold the dry mixture into the meringue in three additions until a smooth batter forms.
  5. Pipe circles of the batter onto lined baking sheets and let rest until a skin forms.
  6. Bake macarons at 150°C (300°F) for 15 to 18 minutes.
  7. Prepare the butterbeer filling by melting butter, mixing in the sugar, cream, extracts, and cooling it.
  8. Assemble the cooled macaron shells with the butterbeer filling.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving, letting sit at room temperature prior to serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days; can also freeze for up to 1 month.

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