Best Keto French Macarons

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  • cook time

    cook time

    20 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    1 h 20 min

Best Keto French Macarons

5 ratings

Macarons are probably the most famous French dessert, popular for their colorful, display-perfect appearance. They come in many flavors and colors, but they all share chewy, sweet, and delicate properties. This low-carb version is one of the best French Keto recipes you’ll ever try.

Here are some tips on getting the best Keto macarons:

• Pulse the dry ingredients in a food processor before folding them into the egg whites. Blending separates the clumps of almond flour and reduces moisture. After blending, sift the dry ingredients to separate the granules and achieve smooth macaron shells.

• Don’t skip resting the macaron shells after piping. The dry outer skin prevents the cookie from cracking when baked.

• Bake until the macaron shells release easily from the baking paper. If they stick, then they need to bake for a little longer.

Which Keto sweetener is best for these macarons?

Many powdered sugar-free sweeteners work well when making Keto macarons. We have opted for powdered erythritol, but you can also use xylitol, allulose, or an erythritol and monk-fruit sweetener blend.

What are some flavor variations on these Keto macarons?

The base of all macaron varieties starts with a great recipe, which we have shared here. You can customize the color and flavor by adding flavorings or extracts. The filling is also an essential part of this treat and has a huge impact on the overall taste. Traditionally, macarons are filled with some type of frosting, curd, or jam. We have prepared a simple cream cheese frosting for this recipe, but feel free to use buttercream frosting.

How to store macarons?

Macarons generally have a long shelf life, depending on the filling. When stored in an airtight container, they can last for up to 7 days at room temperature or for a few weeks in the fridge.

  • Net Carbs

    1.2 g

  • Fiber

    1 g

  • Total Carbs

    26.3 g

  • Protein

    3.3 g

  • Fats

    10.8 g

131 cals

Best Keto French Macarons

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Ingredients

  • Almond flour

    Almond flour

    1 cup

  • Salt

    Salt

    0.25 tsp

  • Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)

    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)

    2 cup

  • Egg whites

    Egg whites

    3 large

  • Red Food Coloring

    Red Food Coloring

    2 Drop

  • Butter

    Butter

    0.25 cup

  • Cream cheese

    Cream cheese

    0.33 cup

  • Vanilla extract

    Vanilla extract

    0.5 tsp

Recipe Steps

steps 10

1 h 20 min

  • Step 1

    Add the almond flour, salt, and 1 ½ cup powdered erythritol to a food processor. Process until very fine. Sift into a bowl and set aside.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    To the bowl of a stand mixer, add the egg whites. Beat at medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Drop the speed to medium-low and gradually add ¼ cup powdered erythritol while the mixer is on.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Add the food coloring and continue whisking. Stop when you reach stiff peaks. Take the bowl out of the stand mixer.
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    Add half the dry ingredients into the egg whites and gently fold. Add the remaining dry ingredients and fold again until incorporated. Don’t whisk or fold vigorously.
    Step 4
  • Step 5

    Transfer the mixture to a piping bag with the round tip in. Pipe the batter onto a parchment-lined baking tray into 24 1.5 inches ( 3.75 cm) rounds; make sure to leave about 1-inch space between rounds.
    Step 5
  • Step 6

    Tap the tray against the counter 2-3 times to eliminate any excess air. Allow the shells to dry at room temperature for 45 minutes. At the end of the drying time, preheat your oven to 280 F/140 C.
    Step 6
  • Step 7

    Bake for 15-17 minutes until cooked through. Let cool for 15 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Meanwhile, make the filling.
    Step 7
  • Step 8

    To a bowl, add the room temperature butter and cream cheese. Using a hand mixer, beat until combined. Add ½ cup of powdered erythritol gradually, and keep beating until light and fluffy.
    Step 8
  • Step 9

    Mix in the vanilla extract, then transfer the filling to a piping bag. When the macaron shells have cooled completely, pipe 1 tbsp of filling to half the shells. Place the empty shells over the piped ones and gently sandwich them together.
    Step 9
  • Step 10

    Place them in a plate or container, leaving space between them. Transfer to the fridge and let them set for 30 minutes. Enjoy!
    Step 10

Comments 12

  • timecode

    timecode 2 years ago

    Fake recipe. Appears to just be click bait. Way too much sweetener (a dry ingredient) for that quantity of wet ingredients. It just made sweet sand rather than anything "pipe-able". Who gets to put these ridiculous recipes on a paid-for app? Shame on you Carb Manager

    • FabulousKetone174637

      FabulousKetone174637 2 years ago

      I made these they were way too sweet. I couldn’t even stomach one bite gross

      • UnbelievableRadish694413

        UnbelievableRadish694413 2 years ago

        Would you cut the sweetener in half next time?

    • AmazingAvocado802130

      AmazingAvocado802130 2 years ago

      Would love to see an actual macaroon made with coconut flour or shredded coconut -I bet the numbers would be even better (more fiber)

      • JodiFrederick

        JodiFrederick 2 years ago

        This recipe is for macarons - a french pastry. Macaroons are coconut cookies - completely different.

    • Linda

      Linda 3 years ago

      Too many carbs, for even just one.

      • FortuitousAvocado828642

        FortuitousAvocado828642 2 years ago

        Huh? 1gm is too much?

      • Naya

        Naya 2 years ago

        Linda, you only need to count the net carbs. These have 1.2 grams of net carbs.

      • trishhamel322

        trishhamel322 2 years ago

        Guessing she didn’t subtract the erythritol.

      • RemarkableRhuBarb

        RemarkableRhuBarb 2 years ago

        It says only 1 net carb in the recipe.

      • Doda13

        Doda13 3 years ago

        I think they made a mistake. A whole cup of almond flour has only 23g. Nothing else has any significant amount of carbs. Unless I missed something

    • Jen11110000

      Jen11110000 3 years ago

      Great treat