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Coconut Macaron Thai Iced Tea

Elegant French macarons with coconut shells and a rich, creamy Thai tea ganache filling. A stunning fusion dessert.
Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 48 minutes
Servings: 24 macarons
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French, Thai
Calories: 95

Ingredients
  

Coconut Macaron Shells
  • 145 grams superfine almond flour
  • 15 grams finely shredded unsweetened coconut processed until powdery
  • 125 grams powdered sugar
  • 105 grams aged egg whites about 3 large, room temp
  • 125 grams granulated sugar
  • 60 grams water
  • Few drops orange gel food coloring optional
Thai Iced Tea Ganache
  • 150 grams white chocolate finely chopped
  • 75 grams heavy cream
  • 25 grams full-fat coconut milk
  • 20 grams Thai tea mix loose leaf
  • 30 grams unsalted butter softened, cubed
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Digital kitchen scale
  • Silicone baking mats or parchment paper
  • Candy Thermometer
  • Fine-Mesh Sieve
  • Piping bags and round tips

Method
 

  1. Prepare baking sheets with parchment/silicone mats. Sift together almond flour, processed coconut, and powdered sugar. Whisk to combine thoroughly.
  2. Make Italian meringue: Heat granulated sugar and water to 235°F (113°C). Whip egg whites to soft peaks, then slowly pour in hot syrup while whipping on high. Whip until stiff, glossy, and bowl is cool.
  3. Fold meringue into dry ingredients (macaronage) until batter flows like thick lava (ribbon stage).
  4. Pipe 1.5-inch rounds onto prepared sheets. Firmly tap sheets to release bubbles. Let rest 30-60 mins until a dry skin forms.
  5. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake shells for 15-18 minutes, one sheet at a time, until set with feet. Cool completely.
  6. Make ganache: Heat cream and coconut milk to a simmer. Remove from heat, add Thai tea, steep 30 mins. Strain.
  7. Reheat infused cream. Pour over chopped white chocolate. Let sit 2 mins, then whisk until smooth.
  8. Whisk in softened butter and salt. Press plastic wrap on surface and chill for 2-3 hours until pipeable.
  9. Pipe ganache onto flat side of a macaron shell. Sandwich with a matched shell. Refrigerate assembled macarons for 24+ hours before serving for best texture.

Notes

Macarons require precision. Weigh all ingredients. Humidity can affect drying time. Maturation (24-hour chill) is highly recommended for perfect flavor and texture. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.