MOCHA-WALNUT MACARONS

Mocha-Walnut Macarons image

These mocha macarons perfectly capture the chocolate, nutty flavor of my favorite gourmet coffee. Store in an airtight container. -Christine Venzon, Peoria, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 large egg whites
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
Dash salt
1/3 cup superfine sugar

Steps:

Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 275°. Place confectioners' sugar, walnuts, cocoa and coffee in a food processor; process until finely ground and set aside., Add salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks. Gradually add superfine sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form. Carefully fold in walnut mixture until blended., Pipe or drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 1 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Air dry for 30 minutes before baking. Bake 18-20 minutes. Remove macaroons from baking sheet to a wire rack; cool completely. Remove from parchment; store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 22 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.