Salted Caramel Macaron Tower garnished with edible gold leaf and coarse sea salt, arranged on a white porcelain plate.

The Salted Caramel Macaron Towers are a masterpiece of elegance and flavor. These delicate French cookies are filled with a luscious salted caramel filling and stacked into a stunning tower, perfect for weddings, celebrations, or as a showstopping centerpiece for your dessert table.


Ingredients

Gather these ingredients to create your Salted Caramel Macaron Towers:

For the Macaron Shells:

  • 1¾ cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • Food coloring (optional)

For the Salted Caramel Filling:

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ½ tsp sea salt

For Assembly and Garnish:

  • Edible gold leaf (optional)
  • Coarse sea salt
  • Crushed pecans (optional)


Step 1: Prepare the Macaron Shells

Macaron shells are the foundation of this elegant dessert.

  • Sift Dry Ingredients: Combine powdered sugar and almond flour in a bowl. Sift the mixture twice to ensure smooth shells.
  • Make the Meringue: Whip the egg whites until frothy, then gradually add granulated sugar. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.
  • Fold and Color: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the meringue. Add food coloring if desired.
  • Pipe and Rest: Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe small circles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Let rest for 30 minutes to form a skin.
  • Bake: Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 15–17 minutes. Let cool completely before filling.


Step 2: Make the Salted Caramel Filling

This creamy, salty-sweet filling ties the dessert together.

  • Caramelize Sugar: Heat sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat until it turns a golden amber color.
  • Add Butter and Cream: Remove from heat and stir in butter, followed by heavy cream. Be careful of splattering.
  • Season and Cool: Add sea salt and let the caramel cool to a thick, spreadable consistency.


Step 3: Assemble the Macarons

Time to bring these cookies to life.

  • Fill the Shells: Pipe salted caramel filling onto the flat side of half the macaron shells, then sandwich with the remaining shells.
  • Chill: Refrigerate the filled macarons for at least 24 hours to enhance flavor and texture.


Step 4: Build and Garnish the Tower

Create a visually stunning tower for a special presentation.

  • Arrange the Tower: Stack the macarons into a pyramid shape on a white porcelain plate.
  • Garnish: Add edible gold leaf for luxury, sprinkle with coarse sea salt, and scatter crushed pecans around the base for texture.


Why You’ll Love These Macaron Towers

This dessert combines visual impact with irresistible flavors:

  • Elegant and Luxurious: Perfect for weddings, parties, or upscale gatherings.
  • Decadent Flavor: The balance of sweet caramel and salty accents is divine.
  • Showstopping Centerpiece: Guaranteed to wow your guests.


The Salted Caramel Macaron Towers are a true labor of love that pays off in taste and presentation. Whether it’s for a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, these elegant towers bring sophistication and flavor to your table.