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Chocolate Peanut Butter Macarons

Irresistible Chocolate Peanut Butter Macarons You’ll Love

Delight in these Chocolate Peanut Butter Macarons, combining chewy chocolate shells with creamy peanut butter filling—perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 3 large Egg Whites Use at room temperature for better volume.
  • 100 grams Granulated Sugar Sweetens and stabilizes the meringue.
  • 150 grams Almond Flour Substitute with finely ground peanuts for flavor.
  • 100 grams Powdered Sugar Contributes sweetness and enhances the finish.
  • 30 grams Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Imparts chocolate flavor essential for shells.
For the Filling
  • 70 grams Butter Creamy base; swap for vegan butter if needed.
  • 150 grams Peanut Butter Creamy is ideal for texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; can try almond extract.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
Optional Toppings
  • 50 grams Melted Chocolate For drizzle.
  • 30 grams Chopped Peanuts For added crunch.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Stand Mixer
  • Heatproof Bowl
  • piping bag
  • spatula
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Create the Swiss meringue by whisking egg whites and granulated sugar over simmering water until fluffy.
  3. Whip meringue in a mixer until stiff peaks form and mixture is glossy.
  4. Sift almond flour, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar into a bowl then fold into the meringue.
  5. Test batter consistency; it should flow slowly and form a figure-eight shape.
  6. Pipe small circles of batter on the baking sheets, leaving space for spreading.
  7. Bake the macarons for about 13 minutes, turning sheets halfway through.
  8. Cool the macarons completely on the parchment paper.
  9. Prepare the filling by creaming together butter, peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt.
  10. Assemble the macarons by pairing shells, piping filling, and optionally topping with melted chocolate and peanuts.
  11. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Using room temperature eggs and sifting ingredients is crucial for successful macarons. Patience is key in letting piped macarons rest before baking.

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