Midori Macaroons Recipe
Description: Delight your taste buds with these exquisite Midori Macaroons, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. These luscious cookies are infused with the rich flavors of almond paste and powdered sugar, creating a melt-in-your-mouth sensation that will leave you craving for more. Topped with a tantalizing Midori Icing, they are a true indulgence for dessert lovers everywhere.
Recipe Category: Drop Cookies
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, < 60 Mins, Oven
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 826
- Fat Content: 26.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 10.2mg
- Sodium Content: 71.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 145g
- Fiber Content: 3.9g
- Sugar Content: 135g
- Protein Content: 9.7g
Yield: Approximately 3 dozen cookies
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Almond paste | 1 |
| Granulated sugar | 1 |
| Powdered sugar | 2 |
| Butter | 1 |
| Egg whites | 2 |
| Midori liqueur | 1/8 |
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Begin by gathering all the necessary ingredients for the Midori Macaroons recipe.
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and ensure the rack is placed in the center position.
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Prepare Almond Paste Mixture: In a mixing bowl, crumble the almond paste.
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Incorporate Sugars: Gradually add granulated sugar and powdered sugar to the almond paste mixture.
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Add Egg Whites: Crack open the eggs and separate the whites. Add the egg whites to the almond paste mixture in the bowl.
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Beat Until Smooth: Using an electric mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the mixture until smooth. The dough will become stiff in consistency.
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Prepare Pastry Bag: Insert a large star tip into a pastry bag and fill it with the dough mixture.
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Pipe Dough onto Cookie Sheet: On a well-greased cookie sheet, pipe the dough onto the surface using a slight swirling motion, forming small mounds of dough. Alternatively, you can drop spoonfuls of dough onto the sheet.
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Bake: Place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges of the macaroons turn golden brown.
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Cool and Ice: Once baked, remove the macaroons from the oven and immediately transfer them from the pan to a wire rack to cool. Once cooled, prepare the Midori Icing.
Midori Icing:
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Prepare Icing Ingredients: Gather the ingredients needed for the Midori Icing.
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Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, softened butter, and Midori liqueur. Mix the ingredients together until they form a smooth and spreadable icing consistency.
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Ice the Macaroons: Once the macaroons have cooled completely, generously ice the tops of each cookie with the prepared Midori Icing, adding a delightful finishing touch.
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Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the beautifully iced Midori Macaroons on a serving platter and delight your guests with this irresistible treat. These delicious cookies are perfect for sharing with loved ones or indulging in as a sweet snack any time of the day.
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Storage: Store any leftover macaroons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to several days to maintain their freshness and flavor.
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of these Midori Macaroons, and let their irresistible charm captivate your senses with every bite. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or as a delightful dessert after a meal, these macaroons are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Enjoy the sweet symphony of flavors and textures in every delectable bite of these exquisite treats! 🍪✨
