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June 10, 2018 by Mimi

How to Fold Macaron Batter with Real-Time Macaronage Video

Real-Time Macaronage Video

Ever since I posted the video tutorial on How to Macaronage in 2 Minutes, I’ve been asked many times for a real-time video on the process so that viewers can gauge how long the whole process actually takes. Today, I’m posting this real-time video of my macaronage process complete with a countdown clock to show you how your batter should look in the bowl 30 seconds after dropping the “ribbon” of batter back into the bowl. Remember to read all the FAQ’s before watching the video.

Macaronage FAQs

Q: Do these tips work with every recipe?

A: No (and maybe), these tips are only applicable to my Best Macaron Recipe. Other recipes may perform differently.

Q: If I follow the exact number of times you fold in this video along with doing every step at the same time, will that yield the perfect batter?

A: NO! How many times you need to fold your macaron batter and how long it takes can depend on a variety of unique factors like: meringue stiffness, folding pressure, climate, ingredients and equipment used etc. Use the video as a visual cue on what to do once your batter reaches a certain stage.

Q: If my macaronage is perfect, will that eliminate hollows?

A: Yes and no. It can help to press out the excess air in your batter which can cause hollows but you also need to have the proper meringue stiffness and proper use of your oven for baking macarons. Read these posts here:

How to Make Perfect Meringue for Macarons
How to Use Your Oven Properly for Baking Macarons
How to Prevent Hollow Macarons

Q: When should I stop folding? 

A: You want to see a batter that is starting to look flowy and shiny. There should also be an absence of big air pockets when you press down on the batter. Ensure that the batter passes the “Figure-8” test which you can see here.

Q: My batter is getting thicker and not loosening up.

A: There are several reasons for this:

  1. The meringue may be too stiff.
  2. Wrong measurements of ingredients. This is often the case when you split the batter up to make several colored batters.
  3. Use of old/expired food coloring.

Q: Are there other easier methods to fold? 

A: You can also try adding the dry mix into the mixing bowl after the meringue is completed and then beating the batter with the paddle attachment for 15 to 30 seconds, then finish it off by incorporating the rest by hand.

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Comments

  1. Julie says

    June 8, 2019 at 4:22 am

    Can all the batter be piped out at once or do you have to pipe it out in batches?

    Reply
    • Mimi says

      July 1, 2019 at 9:24 pm

      The batter should be piped at once or you can wait a maximum of about 45 – 60 min. while you prepare another batch of colored batter.

      Reply

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