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Give Mom the Gift of Macarons This Mother’s Day!

Looking for unique Mother’s Day gift ideas that are sweet, elegant, and unforgettable? Whether you buy macarons, bake them, or give a macaron cookbook, you can’t go wrong with this classic French treat. This Mother’s Day, surprise Mom with something she’ll savor—literally!

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Why Every Baker Needs a KitchenAid Stand Mixer – Mini vs. Classic

If you’ve ever whipped up a batch of macarons or frosted a dozen cupcakes, you know the arm workout that comes with mixing everything by hand. Or with a hand mixer that has beaters falling out or stops when it needs to mix that batter or frosting. That’s where a KitchenAid stand mixer comes to the rescue—and trust me, it’s a total game changer. I know, because I baked more than 30 batches of macarons using only a hand mixer. I can assure you that the stand mixer made a big difference!

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Froot Loops Macarons Recipe

Froot Loops Macarons: A Sweet, Colorful Twist on a Classic Delight

If you’re a fan of sweet, crunchy cereal and irresistible French treats, these Froot Loops macarons are a match made in dessert heaven! Infused with the vibrant flavors and colors of your favorite breakfast cereal, this whimsical macaron recipe combines chewy almond shells with a creamy Froot Loops ganache filling that will take your taste buds on a playful ride. Perfect for brunches, parties, or just a fun baking adventure.

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Macaron Filling Ingredients

In my quest to create the perfect macaron, I’ve been experimenting with a variety of creative and flavorful fillings. The filling is what truly defines the taste of these delicate treats. While many traditional buttercream recipes rely on a cup or two of confectioners’ sugar, I’ve found ways to reduce this sugar content without sacrificing flavor. For the best results, particularly with American buttercream fillings, remember that using high-quality butter is key to achieving a rich, creamy, and delicious macaron filling.

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Oatmeal Raisin Cookies with Einkorn Flour Recipe

Macarons, made with almond flour, and oatmeal raisin cookies made with einkorn flour have more in common than you might think. When baking with einkorn flour, it's important to sift it twice for the best results. Apart from this simple step, these delicious and nutritious cookies are easy to prepare and can be enjoyed just minutes after coming out of the oven.

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Almond Macarons Recipe & Video Tutorial

Almond is a classic flavor and the filling also contains almond flour. Using a high quality almond extract will make the flavor even richer. These lovely almond macarons will brighten any occasion!

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Orange Macarons Recipe & Video Tutorial

Orange curd, like lemon and lime curd, isn’t difficult to find in many grocery, health food or even discount stores. I was in TJ Maxx checking out the jams and jellies section, which is nicely stocked throughout the year, when I saw a jar of orange curd and thought it, might make a nice macaron filling. The taste wasn’t as tangy as I thought it would be so adding orange extract was necessary to get a brighter and tangier orange flavor. 

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Chocolate Coconut Ganache Filling Recipe [Vegan/Non-dairy]
Cinnamon Roll Macarons Recipe & Video
Baking Macarons: The Swiss Meringue Method ~ Excerpt