Description
A stunning savory twist on classic macarons delicate beet-infused almond shells filled with tangy whipped goat cheese and a crunchy walnut layer for an elegant appetizer or party bite.
Ingredients
For the Beet Macaron Shells:
1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
1 cup finely ground almond flour
1 tbsp beet powder (or 2 tsp concentrated beet juice)
2 large egg whites (room temperature)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
Pinch of salt
For the Goat Cheese Filling:
5 oz goat cheese, softened
2 oz cream cheese, softened
1 tbsp honey
1/2 tsp lemon zest
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Walnut Crunch Layer:
1/4 cup finely chopped toasted walnuts
1 tsp olive oil
Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
1. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
2. In a food processor, pulse together powdered sugar, almond flour, and beet powder until fine and uniform. Sift to remove any lumps.
3. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar and beat until stiff, glossy peaks appear.
4. Gently fold the almond mixture into the meringue in batches until the batter flows like lava and ribbons off the spatula.
5. Transfer the batter into a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe 1-inch circles onto the prepared trays.
6. Tap trays on the counter to release air bubbles and let rest for 30–40 minutes, until the tops are dry to the touch.
7. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and bake for 15–17 minutes, rotating halfway through.
8. Cool completely before removing from parchment.
9. Prepare the filling: beat goat cheese, cream cheese, honey, and lemon zest until smooth and fluffy. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
10. In a small bowl, toss toasted walnuts with olive oil and a pinch of sea salt.
11. To assemble, pipe a ring of goat cheese filling onto one shell, sprinkle a few walnuts in the center, and top with another shell.
12. Refrigerate assembled macarons for at least 1 hour before serving for best texture and flavor.
Notes
For natural color, beet powder works best — avoid liquid beet juice if possible, as it can alter batter consistency.
Use aged egg whites (left uncovered in the fridge for 24 hours) for more stable meringue.
These savory macarons pair beautifully with sparkling wine or champagne.
Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days; bring to room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 40 mins
- Cook Time: 17 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: French Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: savory macarons, beet goat cheese appetizer, holiday party bites, beet macarons, goat cheese walnut filling
