#raspberrychocolate

Indulge in the perfect combination of rich chocolate and the bright, tangy flavor of raspberries with these exquisite French macarons. They make for a delightful treat for any occasion!

Ingredients: 150g almond flour. 150g powdered sugar. 25g unsweetened cocoa powder. 3 large egg whites. 50g granulated sugar. 1/2 tsp raspberry extract. A few drops of red food coloring optional. 100g dark chocolate, chopped. 75ml heavy cream. Fresh raspberries for garnish optional.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 300F 150C. In a food processor, combine almond flour, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder. Pulse until finely ground and well mixed. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar and continue to whisk until stiff peaks form. Add raspberry extract and food coloring if using to the egg white mixture. Gently fold in the almond flour mixture in three parts until the batter is smooth and glossy. Transfer the batter into a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe small rounds onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Tap the baking sheet on the counter to remove any air bubbles. Let the piped macarons sit at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes to form a skin. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the macarons have a firm shell and can be easily lifted off the parchment paper. While the macarons cool, make the ganache. Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it starts to simmer. Pour it over the chopped dark chocolate and stir until smooth. Let the ganache cool slightly, then use it to sandwich the macarons together. Optionally, garnish with fresh raspberries. Refrigerate the macarons for a few hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy your delightful French Chocolate Raspberry Macarons!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes