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Pumpkin Pie Macarons

Pumpkin Pie Macarons

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Pie Macarons! These charming French pastries are filled with a luscious pumpkin-spiced frosting and topped with whimsical pie crust cutouts, bringing a playful twist to the traditional pumpkin pie. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or as a special treat for yourself, these macarons are sure to impress both visually and in taste. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, they capture the essence of autumn in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 106 grams of almond meal
  • 106 grams powdered sugar
  • 41 grams of egg whites
  • 45 grams of egg whites
  • 115 grams of granulated sugar
  • 79 grams of water
  • Dash of cream of tartar or lemon juice (for stabilizing)
  • Orange and brown powdered or gel food coloring
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp ice cold water
  • Granulated sugar and cinnamon (for dusting, optional)
  • 1/2 cup organic shortening or vegan butter
  • 3/4 cups + 2 tbsp confectioners sugar
  • Seeds from 1/4 vanilla bean (or gluten-free vanilla)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Dash of non-dairy milk
  • 1 tbsp pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup confectioners sugar
  • 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla

Instructions

  1. Prepare your mixing bowl and whisk attachment by cleaning them with vinegar.
  2. Measure all ingredients accurately using a kitchen scale.
  3. Combine almond meal and powdered sugar; sift to remove lumps.
  4. Mix 41 grams of egg whites into the dry mixture until thick paste consistency is achieved.
  5. In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water; heat until it reaches 248°F.
  6. Whip remaining egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually add the hot syrup while mixing until glossy meringue forms.
  7. Gently fold meringue into the almond mixture until ribbons flow off the spatula.
  8. Pipe rounds onto lined baking sheets; let rest for 20-30 minutes before baking at 300°F for 12-14 minutes.
  9. Cool completely before filling with pumpkin frosting.

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