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Indulge in the perfect combination of rich chocolate and creamy hazelnut with these delightful macarons. They're the perfect treat for any chocolate lover!

Ingredients: 1 cup powdered sugar. 3/4 cup almond flour. 2 tablespoons cocoa powder. 2 large egg whites. 1/4 cup granulated sugar. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/4 cup finely chopped hazelnuts. 1/2 cup Nutella or chocolate hazelnut spread.

Instructions: Turn the oven on to 300 degrees Fahrenheit 150 degrees Celsius and place parchment paper on a baking sheet. Blend the cocoa powder, almond flour, and powdered sugar together in a food processor. Process until thoroughly mixed and finely chopped. Whisk the egg whites in a mixing bowl until frothy. While beating, gradually add the granulated sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. The batter should be smooth and glossy after the dry ingredients have been gently folded into the egg white mixture. Take care not to blend too much. Spoon the batter into a piping bag that has a round tip attached. Leaving some space between each round, pipe small rounds onto the baking sheet that has been prepared. After tapping the baking sheet against the counter to release any trapped air, leave the macarons for approximately half an hour to form a light crust. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the macarons are set and easily removed from the parchment paper, in a preheated oven. Toast the finely chopped hazelnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and beginning to turn golden while the macarons cool. After the macarons are completely cool, place a thin layer of chocolate hazelnut spread or Nutella on the flat side of one, then cover it with another macaron. To coat the filling, roll the macaron edges in the toasted hazelnuts. Proceed with the leftover macarons. Before serving, place the macarons in the refrigerator in an airtight container and let them set for at least 24 hours. This will facilitate the blending of flavors. Savor your mouthwatering Hazelnut and Chocolate Macarons!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 18 minutes

Indulge in the deliciousness of homemade Red Velvet Macarons with a creamy cream cheese filling. These little bites of heaven are perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour. 2/3 cup powdered sugar. 2 large egg whites. 1/4 cup granulated sugar. 2 tablespoons cocoa powder. 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar. Pinch of salt. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened. 1 cup cream cheese, softened. 2 cups confectioners' sugar. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Sprinkles or crushed red velvet crumbs for garnish optional.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 300F 150C. In a food processor, pulse almond flour and powdered sugar until well combined. Sift the almond flour mixture into a large mixing bowl to remove any lumps. Discard any large particles left in the sieve. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until they are frothy. Add cream of tartar, salt, and granulated sugar gradually while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Fold the almond flour mixture into the egg white mixture gently, being careful not to deflate the egg whites. Add cocoa powder, red food coloring, and vanilla extract to the batter. Gently fold until the batter is smooth and has a ribbon-like consistency. Transfer the batter to a piping bag with a round tip and pipe small circles onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let the piped macarons sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to form a skin. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the macarons have set and have feet. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely. While the macarons are cooling, make the cream cheese filling. Beat together softened butter, cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Once the macarons are cool, match them into pairs of similar sizes. Pipe or spoon a small amount of cream cheese filling onto one macaron shell and sandwich it with another. Optionally, roll the edges of the filled macarons in sprinkles or crushed red velvet crumbs for a decorative touch. Refrigerate the macarons for at least 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 45 minutes

Cook Time: 18 minutes

Indulge in the warm and cozy flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Spice Macarons. The delicate almond cookies are filled with a luscious pumpkin spice buttercream, making them the perfect treat for autumn gatherings.

Ingredients: 110g almond flour. 200g powdered sugar. 2 tsp pumpkin spice. 100g egg whites aged for 24 hours. 40g granulated sugar. Orange food coloring optional. 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree. 1/4 tsp cinnamon. 1/4 tsp nutmeg. 1/4 tsp cloves. 1/4 tsp allspice. 1/4 tsp ginger. 1/2 cup unsalted butter room temperature. 2 cups powdered sugar. 1 tsp vanilla extract.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 300F 150C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Sift together almond flour, powdered sugar, and pumpkin spice into a large bowl. In another bowl, beat aged egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. If desired, add a few drops of orange food coloring to the egg white mixture. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg white mixture until fully combined, creating a smooth batter. Transfer the batter to a piping bag with a round tip. Pipe small rounds onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart. Tap the baking sheet on the counter to remove air bubbles, then let the macarons sit for 30 minutes to form a skin. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the macarons are set and have firm feet. While the macarons are baking, make the pumpkin spice buttercream filling. In a bowl, combine pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, and ginger. In another bowl, beat the room temperature butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. Fold the pumpkin puree mixture into the buttercream until well combined. Once the macarons have cooled, pair them up by size and spread a generous amount of pumpkin spice buttercream on one shell, then sandwich it with another. Chill the macarons in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours to let the flavors meld. Serve and enjoy your delightful Pumpkin Spice Macarons!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 15-18