Description
If you’ve ever wanted to make bakery-style French macarons at home, these Divine Chocolate Macarons with Ganache Filling are the ultimate treat. Featuring crisp chocolate shells with chewy centers and a rich, silky ganache, they’re the perfect blend of elegance and indulgence.
This easy recipe is ideal for anyone looking for quick dessert ideas, edible gift inspiration, or simply something sweet to elevate your brunch or tea party spread. Whether you’re craving a healthy snack (they’re gluten-free!) or need breakfast ideas with flair, these macarons bring French patisserie magic into your kitchen.
Ingredients
100 g almond flour
100 g powdered sugar
15 g unsweetened cocoa powder
100 g egg whites (aged and at room temperature)
100 g granulated sugar
1/4 tsp cream of tartar (optional)
100 g dark chocolate (60–70%), chopped
100 ml heavy cream
15 g unsalted butter
Instructions
1. Sift almond flour, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder together. Line baking sheets and prepare piping bag.
2. Whip egg whites until foamy, add cream of tartar if using. Slowly add granulated sugar and whip to stiff, glossy peaks.
3. Fold dry ingredients into meringue until the batter flows like lava and forms ribbons.
4. Pipe small rounds onto prepared sheets. Tap trays and let rest for 30–60 minutes until shells form.
5. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 14–16 minutes. Cool completely before removing from trays.
6. Heat heavy cream until steaming. Pour over chopped chocolate, let sit, then stir until smooth. Stir in butter and let ganache cool to piping consistency.
7. Pair shells, pipe ganache on one, sandwich with another. Repeat until all are filled.
8. Refrigerate filled macarons in an airtight container for 24 hours before serving.
Notes
Use a kitchen scale for accurate measurements—macarons are precise!
Let the shells rest fully before baking to avoid cracks and ensure proper rise.
For best texture, always mature macarons in the fridge for at least 24 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 45 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 8mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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