Gingerbread Man Macarons with Chocolate Cinnamon Buttercream
The chocolate cinnamon buttercream is also another keeper for my future desserts. The dash of cinnamon adds such a unique punch to the chocolate, almost making it taste richer and more indulgent than before. It is also incredibly simple to make, so bookmark this recipe! It will go well as cupcake icing too.
Total Time
1hr 10min
0.0
0 Ratings
Author: Sumopocky
Servings:
12
Ingredients
Macaron Shells
•
3/4
cup
Almond Meal
•
1 1/2
Tbsp
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
•
3/4
cup
Powdered Confectioners Sugar
•
2
Eggland's Best Classic Eggs
, separated
•
1/2
cup
Caster Sugar
Chocolate Cinnamon Buttercream
•
1/3
cup
Unsalted Butter
, softened
•
3/4
cup
Powdered Confectioners Sugar
•
3 1/2
Tbsp
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
•
1
tsp
Simply Organic Cinnamon, Ground
•
3 1/2
Tbsp
Dark Chocolate
, melted
•
to taste
Royal Icing
Cooking Instructions
1.
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
2.
In a large bowl, sift together the Almond Meal (3/4 cup), Powdered Confectioners Sugar (3/4 cup), and Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (1 1/2 Tbsp).
3.
To make the meringue, beat the whites of the Eggland's Best Classic Eggs (2) on low speed using an electric mixer until it is white and frothy, approximately 1 minute.
4.
Gradually add the Caster Sugar (1/2 cup) 1/4 at a time. When the first addition of sugar has completely dissolved, increase the mixer speed to medium and add until all the sugar has been incorporated. Continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
5.
Sift the almond flour mixture into the meringue. Using a spatula, start the macaronage process until you get a molten-like mixture that drips down like a ribbon when lifted.
6.
Transfer the batter to a piping bag with a round tip and pipe out macarons. Start by piping a circle for the head, a small oval for the body, and four small ovals for the limbs. Be careful not to squeeze too much batter as the batter will spread and you want a gingerbread man shape.
7.
After piping, knock the bottom of the tray against a flat surface to get rid of air bubbles. Let the shells dry for approximately 30 minutes in an air-conditioned room. You should be able to touch them gently with the tip of your finger without them sticking.
8.
Bake in a preheated oven for approximately 10-13 minutes. Let them cool.
9.
In the bowl of an electric mixer, add the Unsalted Butter (1/3 cup), Powdered Confectioners Sugar (3/4 cup), Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (3 1/2 Tbsp), and Simply Organic Cinnamon, Ground (1 tsp) one at a time. Beat until mixture is light and fluffy.
10.
Pour in the Dark Chocolate (3 1/2 Tbsp) and mix until it is well combined.
11.
Pipe frosting between 2 macaron shells and decorate with Royal Icing (to taste).
Nutrition Per Serving
CALORIES
213
FAT
11.3 g
PROTEIN
3.2 g
CARBS
26.9 g
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