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Indulge in the delightfully crisp and chewy texture of homemade macarons. This easy step-by-step recipe ensures perfect macarons every time.

Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour. 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar. 3 large egg whites. 1/4 cup granulated sugar. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Food coloring optional. Pinch of salt.

Instructions: Put parchment paper or a silicone baking mat on a baking sheet. Put almond flour and powdered sugar into a food processor and blend them together. Pulse until everything is fine and well mixed. Sift the almond flour mixture into a large bowl, and then throw away any big pieces that are left over. Beat egg whites in a different bowl until they foam up. Slowly add the salt and granulated sugar while beating the mixture. Beat until stiff, shiny peaks form. If you want to use food coloring, add it to the egg white mixture along with the vanilla extract. Fold slowly until everything is mixed in. Slowly add the sifted almond flour mixture to the egg white mixture while folding it in. Fold the batter some more until it is smooth and thick like lava. Put the batter in a bag with a round tip for piping. Place small rounds on the baking sheet that has been prepared, leaving space between each macaron. A few taps on the counter will get rid of any air bubbles in the baking sheet. Set the macarons out at room temperature for half an hour to make a skin. Prepare the oven by heating it up to 300F 150C. The macarons should be baked for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they are firm. Let the macarons cool all the way on the baking sheet after taking them out of the oven. Once the macarons are cool, carefully take them off the baking sheet as they cool. Put macarons together that are about the same size. Put some ganache, buttercream, or another filling on the flat side of one macaron and then put another one between them. Put the macarons in the fridge for 24 hours in a container that won't let air in. This will let the flavors blend. Let it cool down before you serve it.

Prep Time: 45 minutes

Cook Time: 18 minutes

The delightful combination of floral lavender notes and sweet white chocolate is present in these Lavender White Chocolate Macarons. They're the ideal snack or present for any occasion.

Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour. 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar. 3 large egg whites. 1/4 cup granulated sugar. 1/4 teaspoon lavender extract. 1/2 cup white chocolate chips. Purple food coloring optional.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 300F 150C. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a food processor, combine almond flour and powdered sugar. Pulse until well combined and sift the mixture into a bowl. Set aside. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar while continuing to beat. Beat until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the almond flour mixture into the egg whites until the batter is smooth and shiny. Add lavender extract and a few drops of purple food coloring if desired and fold until incorporated. Transfer the batter into a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about an inch apart. Tap the baking sheets on the counter to remove air bubbles. Let the macarons sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes to develop a skin. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the macarons are set and have firm, glossy tops. While the macarons are cooling, melt white chocolate chips in a microwave or using a double boiler until smooth. Pair up the macaron shells based on size and spread a small amount of melted white chocolate on the flat side of one shell. Sandwich it with another shell to form a macaron. Let the macarons set for a few hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld. Serve and enjoy your delightful Lavender White Chocolate Macarons!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 15-18