How do I create galaxy-inspired patterns on my space-age metallic macarons?

Unleash your inner artist and create mesmerizing galaxy-inspired patterns on your Space-age Metallic Macarons. These treats are truly out of this galaxy!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I create galaxy-inspired patterns on my Space-age Metallic Macarons. Items include: Almond flour Powdered sugar Egg whites Granulated sugar Cream of tartar Gel food coloring Edible metallic powder Edible glitter Edible gold stars Silver dragees

Almond flour 200 grams
Powdered sugar 200 grams
Egg whites 150 grams
Granulated sugar 50 grams
Cream of tartar 1/4 teaspoon
Gel food coloring various colors
Edible metallic powder as desired
Edible glitter as desired
Edible gold stars as desired
Silver dragees as desired

Take note
Please exercise caution when handling ingredients and using food coloring. It's always a good idea to have an adult supervise if you're new to this kind of baking.

1

Prepare your macaron batter

First, gather all your ingredients for the macaron shells: almond flour, powdered sugar, egg whites, granulated sugar, and cream of tartar. Measure them out according to the recipe you're following. Sift the almond flour and powdered sugar together to remove any lumps. In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy, then gradually add the granulated sugar and cream of tartar. Continue beating until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the almond flour mixture until fully combined. Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip.

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Create your galaxy-inspired colors

Now it's time to unleash your creativity! Divide the macaron batter into several small bowls, depending on how many different colors you want to create. Add a few drops of gel food coloring to each bowl and mix well until you achieve vibrant colors. For a galaxy effect, you can mix multiple colors together, such as blue and purple or pink and black. Don't be afraid to experiment and blend colors to create unique galaxy patterns!

3

Pipe and bake your macarons

Take a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and pipe small rounds of the colored macaron batter onto it, leaving space between each one. When piping, aim to create some asymmetrical shapes and different sizes to mimic the uniqueness of the galaxy. Tap the baking sheet firmly on the counter to remove any air bubbles. Let the macarons rest at room temperature for 30 minutes until a skin forms on the surface. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to the specified temperature. Bake the macarons according to the recipe instructions, then let them cool completely before removing from the parchment paper.

4

Fill and decorate your macarons

Once your macaron shells have cooled, it's time to fill and decorate them! Prepare your favorite filling, whether it's chocolate ganache, buttercream, or fruit jam. Pair up macaron shells of similar sizes and pipe a small dollop of filling onto one shell, then sandwich it with another. To add a touch of sparkle, you can dust the macarons with edible metallic powder or sprinkle them with edible glitter. Get creative and decorate the tops with edible gold stars or silver dragees for that extra touch of celestial beauty!