Valentine's Heart Macarons (Printer-Friendly Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Macaron Shells

01 - 1 cup powdered sugar
02 - ½ cup almond flour
03 - 2 large egg whites, room temperature
04 - ¼ cup granulated sugar
05 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Red or pink food coloring (optional)

→ Buttercream Filling

07 - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
08 - 1 cup powdered sugar
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
11 - Pinch of salt
12 - Red food coloring (optional)

# Let's Cook!:

01 - Sift powdered sugar and almond flour together. Set aside.
02 - Whip egg whites, gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in dry ingredients and optional coloring.
03 - Pipe heart shapes onto lined baking sheet. Let rest 30-60 minutes until skin forms.
04 - Bake at 300°F for 18-20 minutes until firm. Cool completely.
05 - Beat butter, gradually add sugar, vanilla, salt, and cream until smooth. Add optional coloring.
06 - Fill cooled shells with buttercream. Refrigerate 24 hours before serving.

# Recipe Notes:

01 - Delicate heart-shaped French macarons with vanilla buttercream filling, perfect for Valentine's Day.

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