Infiniment Hazelnut Praline Macaron

The Magic of Infiniment Hazelnut Praline Macarons ✨

Few flavor pairings in French pâtisserie evoke such pure indulgence as roasted Piedmont hazelnuts and silky praline. These Infiniment Hazelnut Praline Macarons take that pairing to an entirely new level—layering homemade praline, crunchy feuilletine squares, and a luxurious hazelnut cream inside perfectly baked macaron shells. If you’re a praline lover, this macaron is the ultimate expression of nuttiness, texture, and finesse 😍.

What Makes This Macaron So Special?

At the heart of this recipe is the Piedmont hazelnut, known for its naturally sweet aroma and rich, buttery depth. Roasting them intensifies their fragrance, creating a flavor profile that stands out even when blended into praline or pastry cream.

These macarons are built in layers:

• Homemade hazelnut praline with deep caramel notes
• Feuilletine praline squares for a crisp surprise in the centre
• Praline cream that melts into the shell during maturation
• Hazelnut-enriched shells, speckled with crunchy slices on top

Each bite gives you creaminess, crunch, aroma, and that unmistakable praline sweetness 💛.

Crafting the Perfect Praline

The homemade praline begins with caramelizing sugar, water, and vanilla until golden, then coating freshly roasted hazelnuts. Once cooled, everything is blended into a textured praline paste. This isn’t just filling—it’s the soul of the entire macaron.

The leftover crushed roasted hazelnuts also join the feuilletine and milk chocolate to create crisp, freezer-ready cubes that sit hidden inside each macaron like a small treasure.

Italian Meringue Macaron Shells 💫

The shells are prepared using the classic Italian meringue method, ensuring smooth tops, strong feet, and a refined texture.

Ground hazelnuts join the almond flour to enrich the batter with even more nut flavor. A sprinkle of sliced hazelnuts on top gives the shells a beautiful rustic elegance—and a toasty aroma when baked.

Praline Cream: Silky, Nutty, Irresistible

This cream blends:

• Valrhona praline
• Your homemade hazelnut praline
• Melted cocoa butter
• Lightly whipped butter

After resting overnight, it whips up into a velvety filling that pipes beautifully and sets with just the right firmness.

Bringing It All Together 🤎

Once the shells are baked and cooled, they’re paired, filled with praline cream, and studded with a frozen praline-feuilletine square. The macarons are then left to mature for 24 hours, allowing the shell to soften and meld into the filling—a crucial step for achieving that perfect Parisian macaron texture.

These macarons are rich, aromatic, and deeply satisfying, showcasing the elegant power of hazelnuts in French pastry. Whether for gifting, celebrating, or simply enjoying with a cup of coffee, they’re guaranteed to enchant anyone lucky enough to taste them.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 🌰 Built on real Piedmont hazelnuts
• ✨ Triple-layered praline components
• 🍬 Italian meringue shells for professional results
• 🧊 Hidden feuilletine crunch inside
• 🎁 Ideal for special occasions and gifting

Indulgent yet refined, this macaron captures the essence of praline in every layer—truly Infiniment delicious. Enjoy!