Hamburger Macarons

A whimsical twist on the classic macaron, these Hamburger Macarons combine the sweet and delicate shell of a macaron with the savory flavors of a hamburger. They are perfect for themed parties or just for fun!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 2/3 cup powdered sugar
• 2 large egg whites
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• Red and yellow food coloring for coloring macaron shells
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 lb ground beef
• 1/4 cup diced onions
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Lettuce leaves
• Ketchup and mustard for filling
• Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions:

Set the oven temperature to 300F 150C

Use silicone baking mats or parchment paper to line a baking sheet

Pulverize the powdered sugar and almond flour in a food processor

Pulse until thoroughly mixed

Fill a sizable mixing bowl with the sifted almond flour and powdered sugar mixture

Throw away any larger almond fragments that remain in the sieve

Beat the egg whites until frothy in a different bowl

Add the granulated sugar gradually while beating

Until stiff peaks form, beat

Till the batter is smooth and has the consistency of ribbon, gently fold the beaten egg whites into the almond flour mixture

Separate the batter into two halves

To make the portion look like a hamburger bun and a hamburger patty, color one with red food coloring and the other with yellow food coloring

Spoon out the colored batter into individual piping bags fitted with rounded tips

Forming bun and patty shapes, pipe macaron shells onto the baking sheet that has been preheated

Garnish the 'bun' shells with sesame seeds

Give the shells a half hour or so to rest before allowing the surface to become dry

Bake the shells for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are set and beginning to turn golden

Heat the unsalted butter in a pan while the macaron shells are cooling

Add diced tomatoes, diced onions, and ground beef

Simmer until the veggies are soft and the beef is browned

Add pepper and salt for seasoning

Place a leaf of lettuce on the bottom "bun" shell of each macaron, then top with the cooked beef mixture, cheddar cheese, and a sprinkling of mustard and ketchup

Place the 'hamburger patty' shell over top

Present your hamburger macarons and savor them!