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Peach Macarons

Peach Macarons: Sweet Delights with a Creamy Twist

Delightful Peach Macarons with sweet peach jam and cinnamon cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Maturation Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 24 macarons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

For the Macaron Shells
  • 1 cup White Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Egg White Powder Optional, can substitute with extra egg whites
  • 4 large Egg Whites Use fresh for best texture
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Use almond meal if necessary
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Food Coloring Gel food coloring recommended
For the Peach Filling
  • 2 cups Chopped Peaches Use ripe peaches
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with white sugar
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Adjust according to taste
  • 1 tsp Nutmeg Adjust according to taste
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use salted if preferred
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Can substitute with vegan cream cheese
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Artificial vanilla can suffice
For the Topping
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Adjust to your preference

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Piping bags
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Peach Filling Preparation
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped peaches, lemon juice, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir gently for about 5-7 minutes until softened and bubbly.
  2. Once thickened, add cornstarch dissolved in water and cook for another 2 minutes. Cool completely, then refrigerate.
Streusel Crumb
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  2. Cut in butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
  3. Stir halfway through, then cool completely on a wire rack.
Preparation of Tools
  1. Gather all ingredients and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) for baking the macarons.
Swiss Meringue
  1. In a heatproof bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and egg whites. Place over a pot of simmering water until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Beat until stiff peaks form and the meringue cools down, about 5-7 minutes.
Macaronage
  1. Gently fold sifted almond flour and powdered sugar into the meringue using a spatula.
  2. Aim for a smooth batter that flows like lava, usually around 50 folds.
  3. If adding food coloring, divide the batter and mix until well incorporated.
Piping the Macaron Shells
  1. Transfer the batter to piping bags and pipe small circles on lined baking sheets.
  2. Tap the sheets to release air bubbles, and let them sit for 30-60 minutes until a skin forms.
Baking the Macarons
  1. Place macarons in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, rotating halfway through.
  2. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
Frosting Preparation
  1. Combine softened cream cheese and butter in a bowl. Beat until creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
Assembling the Macarons
  1. Pipe a ring of cinnamon cream cheese frosting on the edge of one macaron shell.
  2. Fill the center with chilled peach jam and top with another macaron shell.
  3. Repeat with all macarons and sprinkle the tops with cooled streusel.
Maturing the Macarons
  1. Refrigerate assembled Peach Macarons for at least 24 hours for flavors to meld.
  2. Allow to come to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1macaronCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for best results and allow sufficient time for the macarons to mature.

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