French Macarons

Description French macarons are quite possibly the most elegant cookies to grace the shelves of a bakery case. Their light delicate shells are sandwiched together with a flavorful filling in between that simply melts in your mouth. And while these cookies are a true treat to enjoy they can be the most finicky treat to bake. Join cake designer and baker, Rachael Teufel, in this class and learn the ins and outs along with the ups and downs of baking French macarons. She will take you through each step of the process to give you a clear understanding of how these cookies are made. Not only will she will share some of the common mistakes that can lead to empty shells, flat feet, and cracked tops, but Rachael will show you how to identify the error and how to adjust your recipe to make a better batch in the future. Once the macarons are baked up, Rachael will show you an easy way to pair up and fill these delicate treats perfectly. As an added bonus, she shares how to create a more personalized edible experience with a special touch. So whether you are trying these for the first time or you are tired of struggling with these finicky cookies, this class will guide you to making the perfect macaron.

• Class Preview
• Intro
• Mixing Dry Ingredients
• Making the Meringue
• Folding the Batter
• Piping Macarons
• Troubleshooting
• Baking Macarons
• Pairing and Filling Macarons