Indian Curry Macarons

Discover the exotic blend of French dessert elegance and Indian spice allure with these Indian Curry Macarons. Each sweet and delicate macaron shell encases a luscious buttercream infused with aromatic Indian spices, creating a surprising yet harmonious flavor profile that ends on a sweet, spicy note.

Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves: 12

Ingredients

1 cup almond flour

3/4 cup powdered sugar

2 large egg whites, room temperature

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 tsp cream of tartar

1/2 tsp ground turmeric

1/4 tsp ground cumin

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup powdered sugar (for buttercream)

1 tsp curry powder

Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Sift almond flour and 3/4 cup powdered sugar together into a bowl.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk egg whites until foamy, then add cream of tartar.

4. Gradually add granulated sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.

5. Gently fold the flour mixture into the meringue, adding turmeric and cumin until well combined.

6. Spoon mixture into a piping bag and pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheet.

7. Tap the baking sheet firmly on the counter to release any air bubbles.

8. Let the macarons sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to form a skin.

9. Bake for 18-20 minutes until they are firm to the touch.

10. Allow to cool completely before removing from the parchment paper.

11. For the buttercream, beat the softened butter until smooth, then gradually add 1 cup powdered sugar, curry powder, and salt.

12. Pipe the buttercream onto the flat side of one macaron and sandwich with another.

13. Store macarons in an airtight container.

Storage

Store macarons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Reheating

Allow macarons to come to room temperature before serving, about 20-30 minutes.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.