French Macarons with Chocolate Hazelnut Cream
Delicate French macarons with a rich, creamy chocolate hazelnut filling, perfect for special occasions. These elegant cookies feature crisp shells and a smooth, nutty interior.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour finely ground, sifted
- 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
- 3 large egg whites room temperature
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
- 1/2 cup hazelnut spread chocolate, such as Nutella
- 1/4 cup heavy cream for filling
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened, for filling
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract for filling
Notes
Store macarons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Make ahead by preparing shells and filling separately, assembling before serving. For variation, use almond or vanilla extract in the filling. Serve with coffee or as part of a dessert platter.