Magical Macaron Lollipops
Magical Macaron Lollipops are whimsical, colorful French-style macarons mounted on sticks, filled with sweet buttercream and perfect for parties or gifts.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 lollipops 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Gel food coloring (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for buttercream)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp milk or heavy cream
- Lollipop sticks
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Sift together the powdered sugar and almond flour into a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy, then gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the meringue in batches until the batter flows like lava.
- Add gel food coloring if desired and mix until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip and pipe small circles onto the baking sheets.
- Tap the baking sheets against the counter to release air bubbles and let the macarons sit at room temperature for 30–60 minutes until a skin forms.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until the macarons have risen and set.
- Let them cool completely on the tray before removing.
- To make the buttercream, beat the softened butter until creamy, then add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk or cream until smooth and fluffy.
- Pipe the buttercream onto the flat side of a macaron shell, press a lollipop stick into the filling, and top with another shell to form a sandwich.
- Allow the macarons to rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to set.
Notes
- Macarons are sensitive to humidity; try to make them on a dry day.
- Let the macarons mature in the fridge for 24 hours for best flavor and texture.
- Use gel coloring to avoid adding excess moisture to the batter.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lollipop
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: macaron lollipops, French macarons, party treats, dessert on a stick, colorful macarons