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Nutella Macarons

Irresistible Nutella Macarons: A Delectable Delight!

These Nutella Macarons are a chocolate lover's dream, featuring light shells and a silky Nutella buttercream filling.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 3 large Egg Whites Essential for creating the perfect meringue structure.
  • 100 grams White Sugar Sweetens and stabilizes the meringue.
  • 120 grams Almond Flour Use finely ground for best results.
  • 200 grams Powdered Sugar Enhances sweetness and texture.
  • 30 grams Cocoa Powder For chocolate flavor; optional substitutions available.
For the Nutella Buttercream
  • 115 grams Unsalted Butter Adds richness and creaminess.
  • 150 grams Nutella The star of the buttercream.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 30 ml Milk Adjusts consistency.
For the Topping
  • 100 grams Chocolate Chips For melting and drizzling.
  • 50 grams Chopped Hazelnuts Adds crunch and visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Piping Bag
  • double boiler
  • Baking Sheets
  • Silicone Mat

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Nutella Macarons
  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mat.
  2. In a double boiler, whisk egg whites and white sugar until frothy, then whip to stiff peaks.
  3. Sift together almond flour, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder, then fold into the meringue.
  4. Pipe circles onto prepared sheets, tap to release air bubbles.
  5. Let macarons rest for 20-40 minutes until they form a skin.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, rotating trays halfway through.
  7. Beat unsalted butter until creamy, then mix in Nutella and powdered sugar, and whip until fluffy.
  8. Assemble by piping buttercream onto half of cooled shells and sandwiching.
  9. Melt chocolate chips and drizzle over the assembled macarons, topping with hazelnuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Nutella Macarons are delightful to create and impress at gatherings. Follow tips for best results.

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