Description
Delightful gluten free s’mores macarons combine graham cracker, chocolate, and marshmallow flavors in a French-inspired dessert. Crisp almond meringue shells envelop rich ganache, creating an elegant twist on classic campfire treats you can savor with pure indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 120 g (4.2 oz) egg whites (room temperature)
- 115 g (4 oz) almond flour
- 40 g (1.4 oz) graham cracker crumbs (finely sifted)
- 130 g (4.6 oz) granulated sugar
- 110 g (3.9 oz) powdered sugar
- Brown gel food color (optional)
- 200 g (7 oz) milk chocolate
- 100 g (3.5 fl oz) heavy whipping cream
- Marshmallow fluff (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preparation: Arrange a silicone-lined baking sheet, ensuring precise placement for delicate macaron shells.
- Dry Mixture: Pulverize almond flour, powdered sugar, and graham cracker crumbs in a food processor until achieving a uniform, fine texture, sifting and reprocessing any stubborn particles.
- Meringue Creation: Transform egg whites into a voluminous, glossy meringue by gradually incorporating granulated sugar, whipping to stiff, shimmering peaks. Optional: infuse with brown gel food coloring for visual intrigue.
- Batter Formation: Delicately fold dry ingredients into the meringue, crafting a smooth, lustrous mixture that cascades like liquid silk.
- Piping and Resting: Transfer batter to a piping bag with a wide circular tip, precisely forming 1-½ inch circular shells. Tap the baking sheet firmly to eliminate air pockets, then allow macarons to rest and develop a subtle skin for approximately one hour.
- Baking Process: Preheat oven to 300°F, baking shells until perfectly set and achieving a delicate, crisp exterior, approximately 15-17 minutes. Cool completely before careful removal.
- Ganache Preparation: Finely chop chocolate and place in a heat-resistant bowl. Bring cream to a vigorous boil, then pour over chocolate, allowing to rest briefly before creating a smooth, glossy mixture.
- Filling and Assembly: Refrigerate ganache until spreadable. Pipe a thin layer of chocolate ganache and marshmallow fluff onto one macaron shell, then gently position a second shell, twisting to secure.
- Serving: Present these elegant, gluten-free s’mores-inspired macarons as a sophisticated dessert experience.
Notes
- Master Texture Control: Sift almond flour mixture twice to eliminate lumps, ensuring ultra-smooth macaron shells with perfect consistency.
- Precise Meringue Technique: Whip egg whites to stiff peaks without overbeating, watching for glossy, stable meringue that holds its shape without weeping.
- Rest and Skin Formation: Allow macarons to develop a delicate skin before baking, which creates the signature crisp exterior and prevents cracking during baking.
- Temperature Precision: Use an oven thermometer to verify exact 300°F temperature, as slight variations can dramatically impact macaron texture and appearance.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg