How to Make Delicious Matcha Macarons: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients:

  • 1 Egg white
  • 1/4 cup (32 grams) White sugar
  • 1/4 cup (32 grams) Almond flour
  • 1/3 cup (43 grams) Powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Matcha powder
  • 1/4 cup (32 grams) Cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup (75 grams) Powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp Milk

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking tray with baking paper.

  2. Whisk the Egg White:
    Using an electric whisk, beat the egg white until fluffy. Gradually add the white sugar and whisk until stiff peaks form.

  3. Fold in Dry Ingredients:
    Sift in the almond flour, powdered sugar, and matcha powder. Gently fold these dry ingredients into the egg white mixture until well combined.

  4. Pipe the Macarons:
    Transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe small circles onto the prepared baking tray, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Tap the tray to remove any air bubbles and let the macarons rest for 1 minute.

  5. Prepare the Filling:
    In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth and creamy.

  6. Bake the Macarons:
    Bake the macarons for 15 minutes. Allow them to rise and form a slight crust. Once baked, cool them for a few minutes before removing them from the tray.

  7. Assemble the Macarons:
    Pipe a small amount of the cream cheese icing onto one macaron half, then sandwich it with another half. Repeat with the remaining macarons.

  8. Chill and Serve:
    Let the macarons sit in the fridge for at least an hour to set the filling. Enjoy your delicious Matcha Macarons!

Note: Adjust the amount of matcha powder to your taste and add food coloring if desired for a vibrant appearance.