{"id":8363,"date":"2023-08-25T20:06:32","date_gmt":"2023-08-26T00:06:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bakingnook.com\/?p=8363"},"modified":"2023-10-11T20:06:24","modified_gmt":"2023-10-12T00:06:24","slug":"why-are-your-macarons-crunchy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bakingnook.com\/why-are-your-macarons-crunchy\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Are Your Macarons Crunchy? How To Fix & Prevent It"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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A common problem with making macarons is that they often come out crunchy after a prolonged baking session. I’ve had this issue so many times until I finally figured out what I was doing wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main reason why macarons can be crunchy is overbaking. Overbaking occurs when the macarons are left in the oven for too long or are baked at too high a temperature. This excessive exposure to heat causes the macarons to lose moisture and become overly dry, resulting in a crunchy texture.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are several other reasons why your macarons might be overly crunchy. I’ve experienced many crunchy macarons over the years, it almost felt impossible to get right! After a lot of experimentation, I figured out the best ways to fix and prevent them from being too crunchy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are Macarons Supposed To Be Crunchy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Generally speaking, traditional French macarons are not supposed to be crunchy. The ideal macaron has a soft, chewy interior that is surrounded by a delicate, crisp exterior. One distinctive feature of a well-made macaron is the contrast between the crunchy exterior and the chewy interior.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While there should be a little bit of a crunchy texture when you bite into a macaron, they should not be overly crunchy.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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The best way to get the right consistency in the texture of macarons is to follow the recipe’s instructions to the letter.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure you are measuring the ingredients correctly<\/strong><\/em> and mixing the batter until just combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Are My Macarons Hard And Crunchy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you just bake macarons and they turn out crumbling in your mouth? Macarons are often a little chewy because of the egg whites, but they should not be hard.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some reasons why your macarons might be chewy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n