Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Pie Macarons! These charming French confections feature crisp, delicate shells filled with creamy pumpkin frosting, capturing the essence of autumn in every bite. Perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings or any festive celebration, these macarons are not only delicious but also fun to make with friends and family. With their vibrant colors and adorable pie crust cutouts, they add a whimsical touch to any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 106 grams almond meal
- 106 grams powdered sugar
- 41 grams egg whites
- 45 grams egg whites
- 115 grams granulated sugar
- 79 grams water
- Dash of cream of tartar or lemon juice for stabilizing
- Orange and brown powdered or gel food coloring
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp ice-cold water
- 1/2 cup organic shortening or vegan butter
- 3/4 cups + 2 tbsp confectioners sugar
- Seeds from 1/4 vanilla bean (or gluten-free vanilla)
- Pinch of salt
- Dash of non-dairy milk
- 1/2 cup shortening (plant-based butter or dairy butter)
- 1 tbsp pumpkin puree
- 1 cup confectioners sugar
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by cleaning all tools with vinegar.
- Measure and sift almond meal and powdered sugar.
- Combine egg whites with the sifted mix to create a paste-like batter.
- Prepare a sugar syrup and whisk egg whites until soft peaks form.
- Fold the meringue into the dry mixture until smooth ribbons form.
- Pipe onto lined baking sheets and let rest until dry.
- Bake at 300°F for 12-14 minutes until feet form.
- Cool completely before assembling with pumpkin frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg