Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- Sift together the superfine almond flour and confectioners sugar in a bowl.
- In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, combine egg whites, granulated sugar, and egg white powder. Warm to 140°F (60°C) while stirring.
- Transfer to a mixer and whip until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in sifted dry ingredients until batter flows smoothly.
- Pipe 1½-inch circles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with rainbow sprinkles.
- Let piped macarons sit at room temperature for 8 minutes to 1 hour until they form a skin.
- Preheat oven to 300°F and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Allow macarons to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Heat-treat the boxed cake mix, then mix with unsalted butter, confectioners sugar, heavy cream, and food coloring.
- Pipe buttercream onto half of the macaron shells and sandwich with the remaining shells. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure all equipment is oil-free for stable meringue. Monitor baking closely for desired results.
