Chocolate-Raspberry-Pistachio Macarons
Macarons are one of the most famous desserts in French pastry and can be made in a variety of flavors. The chocolate-raspberry-pistachio version offers a combination of sweetness and fresh fruit, while the rich texture of pistachio and the freshness of raspberry create a perfect harmony.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Prepare the ingredients: sift together the almond flour and powdered sugar in a bowl. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gradually add the granulated sugar until you have a glossy, stable meringue.
2
Gently fold the almond flour mixture into the meringue until the batter is smooth and silky. Be careful not to overmix, or the macarons won't rise properly.
3
Using a piping bag, pipe evenly sized circles onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let them rest for 30 minutes to allow the surface to dry.
4
Bake the macarons in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 12-15 minutes, until they are slightly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
5
For the filling, heat the heavy cream, then pour it over the finely chopped dark chocolate. Stir until completely melted, then let it cool.
6
Coarsely chop the pistachios, then stir them into the chocolate cream. This will add a rich, nutty flavor to the filling.
7
Mash the fresh raspberries with a fork or blend them, then stir them into the chocolate-pistachio cream to add a fresh, fruity flavor.
8
Once the chocolate-raspberry-pistachio cream has thickened, use a spoon or piping bag to fill one half of the macarons with the cream, and top with another macaron shell to create a sandwich.
9
Place the finished macarons on a serving plate and let them rest in the refrigerator for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld.
