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Pumpkin Pie Macarons

Pumpkin Pie Macarons

Pumpkin Pie Macarons are a delightful fusion of French pastry elegance and classic autumn flavors. These delicate cookies feature a spiced pumpkin filling that evokes the cozy essence of pumpkin pie, making them perfect for fall gatherings, Thanksgiving celebrations, or simply as a sweet indulgence. With their festive design, including decorative pie crust cutouts, these macarons will not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also impress your guests with their charming presentation. Enjoy crafting these treats—it’s a fun baking experience that allows for creativity in decorating!

Ingredients

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  • 106g almond meal
  • 106g powdered sugar
  • 82g egg whites (41g + 45g)
  • 115g granulated sugar
  • 79g water
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for pie crust)
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter or shortening (for frosting)
  • Pumpkin puree
  • Pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

  1. Prepare your workspace by cleaning bowls and measuring ingredients accurately.
  2. Make the macaron batter by combining almond meal and powdered sugar, adding egg whites, and folding until blended.
  3. Prepare a sugar syrup using granulated sugar and water, heating to the correct temperature before adding to whipped egg whites.
  4. Combine mixtures gently to form the batter.
  5. Pipe rounds onto lined baking sheets and allow to rest until skins form.
  6. Bake at 300°F for 12–14 minutes until feet develop.
  7. Create pie crust cutouts from dough rolled out and shaped before baking.
  8. Mix fillings and assemble macarons by pairing shells with frosting.

Nutrition

Keywords: Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for optimum meringue stability. Allow piped macarons to rest until they form a skin before baking to achieve the desired texture.