15 Foolproof Macaron Recipes for Every Occasion

Macarons and macaroons might sound like they’re the same cookie, but don’t be fooled—the two delicious treats are totally different. French macarons are a versatile dessert that can be made with a variety of different flavors or fillings. Once assembled, they make for a gorgeous dessert that’s just as beautiful to look at as it is delicious to eat. They have a reputation for being a bit fussy but they’re not difficult to make. With a few tips for making macarons at home and the right recipes, you’ll be baking batch after batch of these beauties in no time. We’ve got plenty of ideas to get you started, too. Since there’s nothing better than sandwiching ganache between two crispy cookies, we think these macarons are a must. The combination of textures is a delight in every bite, and the rich flavor of chocolate makes them extra indulgent. Chopped hazelnuts add the perfect amount of nutty flavor.

Almond adds the perfect amount of nuttiness to this sweet treat. Choose from apricot jam or raspberry jam as the filling, and each bite will be bursting with fruity flavor and sweet, sticky texture.

These delightful little treats are perfect for serving at a bridal shower, brunch, or engagement party. They’re sweet and romantic, and they can be colored however you like with just a few drops of food coloring. The chocolate filling makes them perfectly rich and decadent.

This classic macaron recipe uses fresh strawberries as the sweet and tart filling. A bit of food coloring gives them the perfect pink hue, so they’re a sweet treat that looks cute, too. This recipe yields about 24 cookies, so they’re perfect for a party or cookie exchange.

These chocolate-based macarons are made even more delicious with the addition of mocha and hazelnut. Instant espresso powder is the secret ingredient here—it adds a coffee-like flavor that’s warm and rich. Serve them for breakfast or enjoy any time of day.

Although they’re not as popular as ganache or raspberry, citrus-flavored macarons are a flavorful and indulgent treat that any cookie lover will adore. The flavors of lime, lemon or orange help offset the rich sweetness of the cookie, making this a perfect dessert that’s flavorful and balanced.

What’s one thing that makes salted caramel even tastier? The addition of sweet, fruity banana. These impressive macarons are the combination of three rich flavors that marry together to make one complex and balanced cookie. The recipe yields about 25 cookies, so they’re the perfect way to feed a crowd.

Making macarons from scratch might seem like an intimidating pursuit, but this recipe can be ready to serve in under two hours. Chocolate ganache makes them extra rich, so if you’re looking for something sweet and tart, fill some with jam instead. This is a quintessential macaron recipe that can be adapted with different flavors or fillings depending on your preferences.

We love that these traditionally French desserts can be made in any color or flavor. This version incorporates the traditional Pan-African and Black Liberation colors, black, red, yellow and green, flavored with chocolate and a rich mango cream. They’re irresistibly rich and sweet, and they’re perfect for celebrating any type of occasion.

These French macarons are so impressive your guests won’t even be able to tell that they’re homemade. Choose from an assortment of fillings—like almond-raspberry or mint-white chocolate—to make the perfect treat that anyone will love.

Ready in just over one hour, this professional-quality macaron recipe is sure to impress even the pickiest guests. Dark chocolate and hazelnut come together as a timeless pairing that adds depth and complexity to a perfectly indulgent dessert. Refrigerate and keep covered for up to one week.

If you’re looking for a treat that naturally resembles an Easter egg to help you celebrate the spring time holiday, look no further than macarons! These impressive desserts can easily be piped into an egg shape, then decorated to look just like ornate Easter eggs. Tint them with a bit of pastel food coloring to make them even more festive.

If you like individual macarons, you’ll love this macaron cake even more. Dark chocolate adds rich flavor and raspberries add bright, fresh and acidic sweetness. Serve with whipped cream for an impressive dessert that’s perfect for any type of event—day or night.

Not only do these blood orange macarons have a bright and vibrant color, they taste that way too. The rich dessert is given extra fruity flavor in this version that uses berry preserves or blood orange marmalade as the filling.