Almond Meal (blanched ground )700g

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Recipe for Almond Meal

French Macarons

The most iconic recipe using blanched almond meal is French Macarons—delicate, chewy meringue-based cookies with a crisp shell and creamy filling.

Ingredients:

For Macaron Shells:

• 1 cup (100g) blanched almond meal (superfine grind)

• 1¾ cups (200g) powdered sugar

• 3 large egg whites (room temperature)

• ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar

• ½ tsp vanilla extract (or other flavorings)

• Gel food coloring (optional)

For Filling:

• ½ cup buttercream, ganache, or jam

Instructions:

1. Sift & Mix Dry Ingredients:

   • Sift together almond meal and powdered sugar to remove lumps. Discard large bits.

2. Whip Meringue:

   • Beat egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar.

   • Whip to stiff peaks, adding vanilla and food coloring at the end.

3. Fold & Macaronage:

   • Gently fold dry ingredients into meringue in 3 batches.

   • Mix until batter flows like lava (test: ribbon should dissolve in 10 seconds).

4. Pipe & Rest:

   • Pipe 1-inch circles onto parchment-lined trays.

   • Tap trays to release air bubbles. Let rest 30–60 mins (until shells form a skin).

5. Bake:

   • Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 12–15 mins (feet should form; shells shouldn’t brown).

6. Fill & Mature:

   • Cool completely, then sandwich with filling. Refrigerate 24 hours for best texture.

Why Blanched Almond Meal?

• Smooth texture ensures macaron shells are flawless (no speckled skins).

• Finer grind helps achieve the signature delicate crumb.