Simplest Almond Macaroons Recipe

Craving melt-in-your-mouth almond macaroons? This incredibly simple recipe, adapted from a treasured almond paste label, uses only 3 ingredients for a surprisingly delicious treat. Perfect for beginner bakers and anyone short on time, these delightful cookies are ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 58.5 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Simplest Almond Macaroons

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Simplest Almond Macaroons

  • 1 cup (225g) almond paste
  • 1 large egg white
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar

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How to Make Simplest Almond Macaroons

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor or large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup (225g) almond paste and ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar.
  3. Process or mix until the almond paste and sugar are thoroughly combined and form a paste.
  4. Add 1 large egg white and mix until a smooth, slightly sticky dough forms.
  5. Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between each macaroon.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the macaroons are set.
  7. Let the macaroons cool completely on the baking sheets before carefully peeling them from the parchment paper.
  8. Store your delicious almond macaroons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g