Best 7 Molasses Macaroons Recipes

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Molasses macaroons are a classic and beloved treat, with a chewy texture and a rich, molasses-y flavor. If you've never tried making molasses macaroons before, you're in for a treat! They're surprisingly easy to make, and they're always a hit with family and friends. Plus, they're a great way to use up any leftover molasses you have on hand. In this article, we'll share the best recipe for molasses macaroons, as well as some tips and tricks to help ensure that they turn out perfectly every time.

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MOLASSES MACAROONS



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Gluten-free, vegan, made with nut flour/meal. They taste like a "normal" cookie! We can't stop eating them.

Provided by wormwood

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 23 cookies, 23 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups dried coconut, medium-shred
2 cups almond meal
1 cup walnut meal
3/4 cup raisins
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 banana, mashed
1/2 cup molasses

Steps:

  • Mash the banana, mash in the molasses.
  • Mix the dry ingredients, then add them to the mashed banana/molasses mixture.
  • Form the batter into 2-inch-diameter balls, squeeze a little to stick them together. Use olive oil on your hands if it is too sticky.
  • 35 minutes at 350 degrees F.

FRENCH MACARONS



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This delicious macaron recipe from Food Network Kitchen is sure to impress. Share with guests, or keep this sweet French treat all to yourself!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h30m

Yield 36 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup almond flour
3 large egg whites, at room temperature
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Pinch of salt
1/4 cup superfine sugar
2 to 3 drops gel food coloring (see below)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla, almond or mint extract
Assorted fillings (see below)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F using the convection setting. Line 3 baking sheets with silicone mats. Measure the confectioners' sugar and almond flour by spooning them into measuring cups and leveling with a knife. Transfer to a bowl; whisk to combine.
  • Sift the sugar-almond flour mixture, a little at a time, through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl, pressing with a rubber spatula to pass through as much as possible. It will take a while, and up to 2 tablespoons of coarse almond flour may be left; just toss it.
  • Beat the egg whites, cream of tartar and salt with a mixer on medium speed until frothy. Increase the speed to medium high; gradually add the superfine sugar and beat until stiff and shiny, about 5 more minutes.
  • Transfer the beaten egg whites to the bowl with the almond flour mixture. Draw a rubber spatula halfway through the mixture and fold until incorporated, giving the bowl a quarter turn with each fold.
  • Add the food coloring and extract (see below). Continue folding and turning, scraping down the bowl, until the batter is smooth and falls off the spatula in a thin flat ribbon, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Transfer the batter to a pastry bag fitted with a 1/4-inch round tip. Holding the bag vertically and close to the baking sheet, pipe 1 1/4-inch circles (24 per sheet). Firmly tap the baking sheets twice against the counter to release any air bubbles.
  • Let the cookies sit at room temperature until the tops are no longer sticky to the touch, 15 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the humidity. Slip another baking sheet under the first batch (a double baking sheet protects the cookies from the heat).
  • Bake the first batch until the cookies are shiny and rise 1/8 inch to form a "foot," about 20 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool completely. Repeat, using a double sheet for each batch. Peel the cookies off the mats and sandwich with a thin layer of filling (see below).
  • Almond-Raspberry:
  • Tint the batter with 2 drops neon pink gel food coloring; flavor with almond extract. Fill with seedless raspberry jam (you'll need about 3/4 cup).
  • Mint-White Chocolate:
  • Tint the batter with 2 drops mint green gel food coloring; flavor with mint extract. For the filling, microwave 3 ounces chopped white chocolate, 2 tablespoons heavy cream and 1 tablespoon butter in 30-second intervals, stirring, until smooth. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon mint extract and 1 drop mint green gel food coloring.
  • Blueberry Cheesecake:
  • Tint the batter with 3 drops royal blue gel food coloring; flavor with vanilla extract. For the filling, mix 4 ounces softened cream cheese and 3 tablespoons blueberry jam.
  • Lavender-Honey:
  • Tint the batter with 2 drops violet gel food coloring; flavor with almond or vanilla extract. For the filling, mix 3/4 cup mascarpone cheese, 2 tablespoons honey and 1 teaspoon ground dried lavender.
  • Pineapple:
  • Tint the batter with 2 drops lemon yellow gel food coloring; flavor with vanilla extract. For the filling, press 3/4 cup pineapple jam through a sieve, discarding any large pieces.

COCONUT MACAROONS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 35m

Yield 20 to 22 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 5

14 ounces sweetened shredded coconut
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 extra-large egg whites, at room temperature
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Combine the coconut, condensed milk, and vanilla in a large bowl. Whip the egg whites and salt on high speed in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment until they make medium-firm peaks. Carefully fold the egg whites into the coconut mixture. Drop the batter onto sheet pans lined with parchment paper using either a 1 3/4-inch diameter ice cream scoop, or 2 teaspoons. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown. Cool and serve.

MACAROONS I



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Easy to make, elegant and classy.

Provided by Veronica

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Macaroon Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ pound almond paste
1 cup white sugar
3 egg whites
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cake flour
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Cover cookie sheets with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  • In large mixing bowl, soften almond paste with your hands or food processor. Mix in white sugar and egg whites until well blended. Mix in the confectioners' sugar, flour, and salt until smooth and well blended.
  • Force dough through a cookie press or drop by teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheets. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil or parchment from sheets and let cool. Peel off macaroons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 19.9 mg, Sugar 10 g

REALLY EASY MACAROONS



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Make and share this Really Easy Macaroons recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TwistyJersey

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 35m

Yield 32-42 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups sweetened flaked coconut
3/4 cup sugar (I recommend a 3/4 cups.)
3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees Farenheit. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • In large bowl, stir coconut, sugar, egg whites, salt, vanilla, and almond extract until well combined.
  • Refrigerate one half hour.
  • Drop batter by rounded teaspoons (approximately 1 inch apart) on parchment paper-covered cookie sheets. Bake 25 minutes until lightly golden. (Baking Tip: To ensure even doneness -- halfway through cooking time, reverse cookie trays in oven -- move top tray to bottom, flip trays front to back.).
  • Cool 1-3 minutes on cookie trays. Remove with wide, thin spatula. Finish cooling on wire rack.

GINGERBREAD MACAROONS



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The first time we made these ginger macaroons, we felt like they were missing something. Once we adjusted the spices and added a buttery molasses filling, we had ourselves a sandwich cookie we couldn't get enough of! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 egg whites
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup almond flour
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 cup sugar
FILLING:
6 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons molasses
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Place confectioners' sugar, almond flour and spices in a food processor. Cover and process until well blended., Add cream of tartar to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Fold in almond mixture in several additions., Place mixture in a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of bag. Pipe 1-in.-diameter cookies onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Let stand at room temperature for 20-30 minutes or until a light crust forms., Bake at 325° for 10-14 minutes or until firm to the touch. Cool completely on pans on wire racks., In a small bowl, beat the filling ingredients until light and fluffy. Spread over the bottoms of half of the cookies; top with remaining cookies.

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HOW TO MAKE MACARONS RECIPE BY TASTY



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It's never a bad time for dessert. Cookies, cake, pie, you name it! But sometimes you need to change it up with something a little fancier: enter macarons. They may seem intimidating but with our easy-to-follow guide, they don't have to be. And you can customize them! Want a variety? Use different types of food coloring. Prefer a different flavored icing? Add some lavender extract for a floral feel. One bite, and you'll feel like you're in Paris yourself.

Provided by Jody Tixier

Categories     Bakery Goods

Time 1h50m

Yield 30 macarons

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ¾ cups powdered sugar
1 cup almond flour, finely ground
1 teaspoon salt, divided
3 egg whites, at room temperature
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 drops pink gel food coloring
1 cup unsalted butter, 2 sticks, at room temperature
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons heavy cream

Steps:

  • Make the macarons: In the bowl of a food processor, combine the powdered sugar, almond flour, and ½ teaspoon of salt, and process on low speed, until extra fine. Sift the almond flour mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl.
  • In a separate large bowl, beat the egg whites and the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt with an electric hand mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add the granulated sugar until fully incorporated. Continue to beat until stiff peaks form (you should be able to turn the bowl upside down without anything falling out).
  • Add the vanilla and beat until incorporated. Add the food coloring and beat until just combined.
  • Add about ⅓ of the sifted almond flour mixture at a time to the beaten egg whites and use a spatula to gently fold until combined. After the last addition of almond flour, continue to fold slowly until the batter falls into ribbons and you can make a figure 8 while holding the spatula up.
  • Transfer the macaron batter into a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
  • Place 4 dots of the batter in each corner of a rimmed baking sheet, and place a piece of parchment paper over it, using the batter to help adhere the parchment to the baking sheet.
  • Pipe the macarons onto the parchment paper in 1½-inch (3-cm) circles, spacing at least 1-inch (2-cm) apart.
  • Tap the baking sheet on a flat surface 5 times to release any air bubbles.
  • Let the macarons sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour, until dry to the touch.
  • Preheat the oven to 300˚F (150˚C).
  • Bake the macarons for 17 minutes, until the feet are well-risen and the macarons don't stick to the parchment paper.
  • Transfer the macarons to a wire rack to cool completely before filling.
  • Make the buttercream: In a large bowl, add the butter and beat with a mixer for 1 minute until light and fluffy. Sift in the powdered sugar and beat until fully incorporated. Add the vanilla and beat to combine. Add the cream, 1 tablespoon at a time, and beat to combine, until desired consistency is reached.
  • Transfer the buttercream to a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
  • Add a dollop of buttercream to one macaron shell. Top it with another macaron shell to create a sandwich. Repeat with remaining macaron shells and buttercream.
  • Place in an airtight container for 24 hours to "bloom".
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 19 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your macaroons.
  • Make sure your egg whites are at room temperature. This will help them whip up better and give your macaroons a lighter texture.
  • Don't overbeat the egg whites. Overbeaten egg whites will make your macaroons tough.
  • Fold in the dry ingredients gently. Overmixing will deflate the egg whites and make your macaroons dense.
  • Bake the macaroons until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the macaroons cool completely before you store them. This will help them keep their shape.

Conclusion:

Molasses macaroons are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a holiday party. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect molasses macaroons every time.

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