Blueberry Mascarpone Macarons
Delicate almond French macarons are sandwiched with a rich and creamy blueberry mascarpone filling. A fresh way to enjoy seasonal summer berries!
Do you follow me on Facebook? If so, you may remember that I shared my good friend Meriem’s page a few days ago…
I’m trying to share the pages of some of the great blogs I love to read. I figure, if you’re anything like me, you can’t get enough great recipes, gorgeous photography, and all the fun stories that go along with 😉
Culinary Couture is definitely a favorite of mine. Meriem is a top notch baker. I’m telling you- she really knows her stuff. She makes the most gorgeous, magnificent desserts.
I recently followed along, with bated breath, while she mastered the art of making French macarons. Girlfriend was unflinchingly steadfast in her quest. Everything else in her life went on the back burner until she had triumphed and found success. I so related to how she was feeling at that moment. It’s so exhilarating when you finally nail something so challenging!
Meriem is celebrating Ramadan all month long, so she is very busy with the fasting, prayer, family, and celebration that go along with the holiday. She asked me to guest post in her absence, and of course I am honored.
I think you are going to love this recipe! The fresh blueberries and creamy mascarpone are such a terrific compliment to the sweet, delicate, pillowy macarons.
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Blueberry Mascarpone Macarons
Ingredients
- 1 batch macaron shells
- 1/3 cup (49.33 g) fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest, (zest of half a lemon)
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 8 ounces (226.8 g) mascarpone cheese,, at room temperature
- 4 ounces (113.4 g) cream cheese,, at room temperature
Instructions
- Bake the macaron shells and allow to cool completely.
- Place the blueberries, sugar, lemon zest, and salt in a small pot and cook over low heat until the berries have burst and the mixture is thick and syrupy (about 10-15 minutes). Set aside and allow to cool completely.
- Place the mascarpone and cream cheese in a mixing bowl and beat on medium speed until soft and creamy.
- Add the blueberry mixture and continue to beat until incorporated.
- Fill the macarons with the mixture.
Can I replace the mascarpone with cream cheese?
I haven’t tried it but I think it would work! Good luck!
Macarons are such a great cookie, love these flavors!