Air Fryer French-Style 'Macaron' Cookies (Using All-Purpose Flour)

1.In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and powdered sugar to ensure there are no lumps.

2.In a separate, clean bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy, then gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.

3.Gently fold the flour/sugar mixture into the egg whites until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this affects the meringue structure.

4.If desired, add a few drops of food coloring to the batter and gently fold until evenly colored.

5.Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip.

6.Preheat the air fryer to 300°F (150°C).

7.Pipe small circles of batter onto a parchment-lined air fryer basket, leaving space between each cookie.

8.Tap the air fryer basket sharply on the counter a few times to release large or trapped air bubbles in the batter.

9.Place the air fryer basket in the preheated air fryer and cook the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are set and feel dry to the touch.

10.Remove the cookies from the air fryer and let them cool completely on the parchment paper on a wire rack before attempting to remove or fill them.

11.Sandwich two cookies together with a dollop of filling in the center to create the finished cookie treat.

12.Enjoy your homemade Air Fryer French-Style Cookies!