Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Age your egg whites at least 24 hours ahead of time. Separate the eggs, place the whites in a clean bowl, and refrigerate them uncovered overnight.
- Combine the almond flour, pistachio flour, and powdered sugar in a bowl. Whisk briefly, then sift the mixture into a large bowl.
- Pour the aged egg whites into a clean bowl and start beating on medium speed until foamy and opaque. Add the cream of tartar, then gradually add granulated sugar, beating until you reach stiff peaks.
- Fold the sifted dry ingredients into the meringue using a silicone spatula in a macaronage technique until the batter flows off the spatula in a thick ribbon.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe rounds about 1.5 inches in diameter on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Let the piped shells sit at room temperature for 30–60 minutes until a skin forms.
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and bake the shells for 14–16 minutes.
- Cool the shells completely on a flat surface before attempting to peel them.
- For the buttercream, beat softened butter until light, then add powdered sugar in two additions, raspberry puree, vanilla, and salt. Beat until smooth.
- Match shells by size, pipe buttercream on one flat side, and gently press a matching shell on top.
- Refrigerate assembled macarons for at least 24 hours before serving.
Notes
Macaron making requires precision. Age the egg whites properly and ensure all equipment is grease-free.
