Delight your taste buds with the cozy flavors of fall by making Pumpkin Pie Macarons! These delightful treats blend the classic dessert into a fun and trendy bite-sized cookie. Perfect for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any autumn gathering, they offer a sweet touch to your festivities. Plus, they’re easy to whip up and make a stunning dessert to impress your friends and family. You’ll love the creamy pumpkin filling paired with almond meringue shells. Say goodbye to the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary with this recipe!
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Pumpkin Pie Macarons
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 macarons 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Pumpkin Pie Macarons are a festive fall treat that combine almond meringue shells with a creamy pumpkin filling. Perfect for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any autumn gathering, they bring a seasonal twist to a classic dessert.
Ingredients
1 cup almond flour
1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
3 large egg whites
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 cup cream cheese
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together.
3. Whip egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar and beat to stiff peaks.
4. Fold in the dry ingredients with vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
5. Transfer batter to a piping bag and pipe small circles onto baking sheet.
6. Let macarons sit 30 minutes until a skin forms.
7. Bake 15-20 minutes, then cool completely.
8. Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree for filling.
9. Pipe filling onto half the macarons and sandwich with the others.
10. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Best served chilled for flavors to meld.
Store in the fridge up to 5 days or freeze up to 1 month.
Use room temperature eggs for best meringue results.
Sprinkle crushed graham crackers in the filling to mimic pumpkin pie crust.
Swap pumpkin puree for chocolate or vanilla for variety.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: —
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: —
- Unsaturated Fat: —
- Trans Fat: —
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: —
Keywords: pumpkin pie macarons, fall desserts, Halloween treats, Thanksgiving sweets
why make this recipe
Pumpkin Pie Macarons are a whimsical twist on a beloved dessert. They combine tradition and creativity into a deliciously unique treat! Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or just want to indulge in seasonal flavors, these macarons are sure to bring joy to anyone who tries them.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: About 12 macarons
how to make Pumpkin Pie Macarons
Ingredients :
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
« This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free. »
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Piping bag
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Whisk or electric mixer
Directions :
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 🍂
- In a bowl, sift the almond flour and powdered sugar together to remove lumps.
- In another clean bowl, whip the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg whites along with vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe small circles on the prepared baking sheet. 🎉
- Let the macarons sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes until a skin forms on the surface.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes. Allow them to cool completely.
- For the filling, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- Assemble the macarons by piping the filling onto half the macarons and sandwiching them with the other half. 🍁
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
how to serve Pumpkin Pie Macarons
Serve your Pumpkin Pie Macarons on a festive platter at gatherings or as a sweet surprise for family. Pair them with coffee or tea for a delightful dessert experience.
how to store Pumpkin Pie Macarons
Store your macarons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to a month.
💡 Pro Tips
- Room Temperature Eggs: For best results, use eggs that are at room temperature when whipping the whites.
- Piping Technique: Practice your piping on parchment paper before piping them on the baking sheet if you’re new to it!
- Chill Before Serving: Allow the macarons to chill for better flavor melding.
- Experiment with Flavors: Swap pumpkin puree for other fillings like chocolate or vanilla for a fun twist!
variation
You can add a sprinkle of crushed graham crackers to the filling for a textured crunch, mimicking the crust of a pumpkin pie!
FAQs
1. Can I use a different nut flour?
Yes, you can use hazelnut flour for a different twist on flavor!
2. How do I know when the macarons are baked?
They should have a slightly firm outer shell and lift off easily from the parchment paper.
3. Can I use store-bought pumpkin puree?
Absolutely! Just make sure it’s 100% pumpkin without added spices for the best flavor in your filling.
Enjoy these Pumpkin Pie Macarons with joy and delight! 🧡
