Description

These Mocha Caramel Macarons bring the rich warmth of coffee and creamy caramel together in a delicate, chewy bite. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to something special.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup almond flour (finely ground)
1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
3 large egg whites (aged overnight)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon coffee powder (espresso recommended)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Whisk together almond flour, powdered sugar, and coffee powder in a large bowl.
In another bowl, beat egg whites until foamy, then slowly add granulated sugar and whip until soft peaks form.
Gently fold the dry mixture into the meringue until the batter flows like lava but holds its shape.
Transfer batter to a piping bag with a round tip and pipe small circles onto prepared sheets. Let sit for 30 minutes until tops are dry.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, then cool completely on baking sheets.
Beat softened butter, caramel sauce, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pipe onto half the macarons and sandwich with remaining shells.

Notes

Aging the egg whites enhances the macaron texture. Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent flat macarons. For a fun twist, add food coloring or cocoa powder to the shells. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 macaron
Calories: 100
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 30mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: mocha, caramel, macarons, coffee, dessert