Lemon Macaroons

Delicious macaroons with a zesty lemon flavor that are light and airy. ideal for any situation.

Ingredients:

• 200g almond flour
• 200g powdered sugar
• 3 large egg whites
• 50g granulated sugar
• 1 lemon zest and juice
• Yellow food coloring optional
• Lemon curd for filling

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 300F 150C

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper

Sift together almond flour and powdered sugar in a bowl

In another bowl, whisk egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar and beat until stiff peaks form

Fold the almond flour mixture into the egg whites until well combined

Add lemon zest and juice, and food coloring if desired

Transfer the batter into a piping bag with a round tip

Pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them

Tap the baking sheet on the counter to remove air bubbles and let them rest for 30 minutes until a skin forms on top

Bake for 15-18 minutes until the macaroons are set but not browned

Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet

Once cooled, sandwich pairs of macaroons together with lemon curd

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before serving