Pumpkin Macarons Recipe for Halloween

These pumpkin spice macarons are a delightful Halloween-themed dessert that combines the classic French treat with the flavors of fall. Perfect for Halloween gatherings, they are sure to impress your guests with their festive appearance and delicious taste.

This Pumpkin Macarons Recipe For Halloween is straightforward and can be customized with different fillings to suit your preferences. Enjoy making these fun and festive treats for your Halloween celebrations!

Festive Pumpkin Spice Macarons

These macarons feature a delicate pumpkin spice shell filled with a creamy filling, making them a perfect addition to your Halloween dessert table. The recipe yields about 20 macarons and takes approximately 1 hour to prepare and bake.

Ingredients

1 cup almond flour
1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
3 large egg whites, aged at room temperature
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Orange food coloring (optional)
For the filling: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice

Instructions

Prepare the Baking Sheets: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
Make the Macaron Batter: In a bowl, sift together almond flour, powdered sugar, and pumpkin spice. In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar and continue to whip until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg whites until fully combined. If desired, add orange food coloring.
Pipe the Macarons: Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each macaron. Tap the baking sheets on the counter to release air bubbles.
Rest the Macarons: Let the piped macarons sit at room temperature for about 30-60 minutes, or until a skin forms on the surface.
Bake the Macarons: Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake the macarons for 15-20 minutes, or until they have risen and formed feet. Allow them to cool completely on the baking sheets.
Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and pumpkin spice, mixing until smooth.
Assemble the Macarons: Pair up the macaron shells and pipe a small amount of filling onto the flat side of one shell. Top with another shell to create a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining shells.
Serve: Enjoy your pumpkin spice macarons immediately or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.