Coffee Macaron
Pierre Hermé
Pierre Hermé's refined coffee macarons filled with a rich coffee-infused white chocolate ganache, inspired by the flavor of real espresso.
Coffee Macaron
Pierre HerméPierre Hermé's refined coffee macarons filled with a rich coffee-infused white chocolate ganache, inspired by the flavor of real espresso.
Chef's Tips
Let the shells dry properly before baking to ensure smooth tops.
Use high-quality white chocolate like Valrhona Ivoire for best ganache results.
Macarons taste better after maturing 24 hours in the fridge.
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Ingredients
Macaron Shells
Coffee Ganache
Instructions
Prepare the Macaron Shells
- 1
Sift together icing sugar and ground almonds.
- 2
Stir coffee extract into the first portion of liquefied egg whites and pour over the almond-sugar mixture without stirring.
- 3
Heat water and caster sugar to 118°C. When it reaches 115°C, begin whisking the second portion of egg whites to soft peaks.
- 4
Once syrup reaches 118°C, pour over egg whites while whisking. Continue to whisk until the meringue cools to 50°C.
- 5
Fold the meringue into the almond-sugar mixture.
- 6
Pipe 3.5 cm diameter rounds onto baking parchment, spacing 2 cm apart.
- 7
Tap the trays on a covered surface to flatten slightly and remove air bubbles.
- 8
Let shells sit for 30 minutes until a skin forms.
- 9
Preheat oven to 180°C fan. Bake for 12 minutes, briefly opening the door twice during baking.
- 10
Slide baked shells onto a cool surface.
Make the Coffee Ganache
- 1
Melt white chocolate over a bain-marie.
- 2
Bring cream to a boil, add ground coffee, remove from heat, cover, and let infuse.
- 3
Strain the infused cream and gradually mix into the melted chocolate in thirds until smooth.
- 4
Transfer ganache to a dish, press clingfilm over the surface, and chill until thickened.
Assemble the Macarons
- 1
Pipe ganache onto half of the macaron shells.
- 2
Top with remaining shells to sandwich.
- 3
Refrigerate assembled macarons for 24 hours.
- 4
Bring to room temperature 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 macaron
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
