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Hot Chocolate Macarons

Decadent Hot Chocolate Macarons to Warm Your Heart

Indulge in these gluten-free Hot Chocolate Macarons filled with creamy ganache, perfect for cozy winter gatherings.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 110

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 110 grams Egg Whites Aged in the fridge for 1-3 days
  • 120 grams Almond Flour Finely ground, can be pulsed
  • 30 grams Cocoa Powder Use Dutch processed
  • 100 grams Granulated Sugar Stabilizes egg whites
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar No substitutions recommended
For the Chocolate Ganache
  • 200 grams Dark Chocolate Use baking bars for best results
  • 100 milliliters Heavy Cream No substitutes recommended
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows Optional but recommended

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • piping bag
  • Heatproof bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Fine Sieve
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl. Heat the heavy cream until it simmers, pour it over the chocolate, and let sit for 5 minutes. Stir until smooth and set aside to cool.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder. Sift these dry ingredients together to eliminate lumps and set aside.
  3. In a stand mixer, whisk the aged egg whites at medium speed until foamy. Add cream of tartar, then gradually add granulated sugar, whipping until stiff peaks form (5-7 minutes).
  4. Fold the sifted dry ingredients into the whipped egg whites gently until the batter reaches a flowing lava consistency.
  5. Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe 1-inch circles on lined baking sheets. Tap to release air bubbles and let rest for 30-45 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake macarons for 13-15 minutes until tops are firm and feet are slightly puffed. Let cool completely before removing.
  7. Pair macaron shells by size. Spoon ganache onto one shell, top with Swiss meringue, then place another shell on top. Garnish with mini marshmallows if desired.
  8. Place assembled macarons in an airtight container and refrigerate for 12-24 hours before serving to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store macarons in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze unfilled shells for up to 2 months. Allow to come to room temperature before enjoying.

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