Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of dark chocolate with these exquisite macarons. Their crisp shells and creamy ganache filling make them a perfect treat for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients: 200g almond flour. 200g powdered sugar. 30g dark cocoa powder. 150g egg whites aged. 100g granulated sugar. 1/4 tsp cream of tartar. 100g dark chocolate 70% cocoa. 100ml heavy cream. 1 tbsp unsalted butter. 1 tsp vanilla extract.
Instructions: Into a bowl, sift together cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and almond flour. Beat the egg whites until frothy in a different bowl, then add the cream of tartar and beat until soft peaks form. Add the powdered sugar gradually while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form. Till everything is well combined, gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg white mixture. Take care not to blend too much. Spoon the batter into a piping bag fitted with a circular tip. Pipe tiny circles onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. After releasing any air bubbles by tapping the baking sheet against the counter, allow the macarons to sit at room temperature for approximately half an hour, or until a skin forms. Set the oven's temperature to 300F, or 150C. Macaron baking takes 15 to 18 minutes. Leave them on the baking sheet to cool completely. Prepare the ganache while the macarons are cooling. In a saucepan, bring heavy cream to a simmer. Then, pour the cream over chopped dark chocolate and let it sit for one minute. Add vanilla extract and butter after stirring until smooth. Before using the ganache to sandwich the macarons together, let it cool and get a little thicker. For optimal flavor and texture, refrigerate the macarons for a minimum of 24 hours prior to serving. Savor your homemade macarons with dark chocolate!
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
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