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Pistachio Macarons

Irresistible Pistachio Macarons with Creamy Ganache Delight

Delight in these gluten-free Pistachio Macarons filled with creamy ganache, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 21 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 51 minutes
Servings: 24 macarons
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Ganache
  • 0.5 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Can substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cups Unsalted Pistachios Can replace with other nuts like almonds.
  • 6 ounces Finely Chopped White Chocolate Dark chocolate can be used for a different taste.
  • Gel Food Coloring (neon green) Omit if not desired.
For the Macaron Shells
  • 4 Aged Egg Whites Use fresh egg whites at room temperature.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar No direct substitutes.
  • 1 cups Powdered Sugar Coconut sugar can be used as a less refined option.
  • 1 cups Superfine Almond Flour Finely ground blanched almonds can be an alternative.
  • 0.5 cups Pistachio Flour Finely ground whole pistachios can substitute.

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • piping bag
  • Baking sheets
  • Silpat Mat or Parchment Paper

Method
 

Ganache Preparation
  1. Heat ½ cup of heavy whipping cream in a saucepan over low heat until it simmers, then add 1 cup of unsalted pistachios and let it steep for about 15 minutes.
  2. Strain the mixture and return to heat, adding 6 ounces of finely chopped white chocolate. Stir until smooth and mix in a few drops of gel food coloring.
  3. Chill the ganache in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until it thickens.
Meringue Making
  1. Whip 4 aged egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form, then gradually add ½ cup of granulated sugar, increasing speed to high.
  2. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form, resulting in glossy meringue.
Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. Sift together 1 cup of superfine almond flour, 1 cup of powdered sugar, and ½ cup of pistachio flour into the whipped meringue.
  2. Gently incorporate the dry mixture into the meringue with a rubber spatula, avoiding deflation.
Batter Folding
  1. Fold the dry mixture into the meringue until a thick, smooth batter forms, aiming for a flowing consistency.
Piping the Shells
  1. Transfer the batter into a piping bag and pipe 1.5-inch rounds on lined baking sheets, letting them rest for at least 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 315°F (160°C) and bake the macarons for 18-21 minutes, avoiding opening the oven door.
Cooling & Assembling
  1. Allow the shells to cool completely before pairing similar-sized ones and piping ganache between them.
  2. Refrigerate the assembled macarons overnight for best flavor development.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Unfilled shells can be frozen for 2 months.

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