Dessert

Fabulous French macaron recipes

These delicate treats can be tricky to master but follow the recipes to a tee and you're sure to turn out perfect macarons, every time. Treat yourself to our delicious dark chocolate delights or try your hand at our lighter lemon-coconut version. There's plenty to be inspired by so if you're looking to amp up your weekend baking, these French favourites are for you.
chocolate macaron recipe

Dark chocolate French macarons

cappuccino french macaroons
Baking
April 30, 2011

Cappuccino French macarons

Do not be afraid of the humble macaron. Yes, they’re tricky, but easier than you think. Don’t take any short cuts, use a light touch when mixing, and you’ll be well on the way to making the perfect cappuccino macaron.
By Women's Weekly Food
black forest french macaroons
Quick & Easy
April 30, 2011

Black forest French macarons

Back in 1792, two Carmelite nuns dubbed the “Macaron Sisters” baked and sold macarons to pay for their lodgings. Over 200 years later, our love affair with these almond delights continue. These chocolate and cherry macarons are beautiful served with hot espresso.
By Women's Weekly Food
Orangealmondmacaroons
Baking
September 30, 1975

Orange almond macaroons

Fill macaroons just before serving. If the marmalade is too chunky or thick to spread, warm it, strain it, and leave it to cool before using. Note
By Women's Weekly Food
tropical french macaroons
Baking
August 31, 2009

Tropical French macarons

When it comes to sweet treats the French always get it right and this delicate delight is no exception. Somewhere between a meringue and a biscuit, this melt in the mouth tropical macaron is simply délicieux!
By Women's Weekly Food
raspberry macaroons
Baking
March 31, 2010

Raspberry macarons

So popular is this delectable French biscuit, that it has its own day on which it is celebrated. March 20 is unofficially ‘Macaron Day’, and participating bakeries offer customers free samples. With this recipe, you can make your own!
By Women's Weekly Food
lemon coconut macaroons
Baking
July 31, 2010

Lemon coconut macarons

As delicious as these lemon coconut macarons will be once finished, for a better flavour and a more chewy texture seal them in a container and refrigerate them overnight. It is a most cruel exercise in self restraint, but worth it.
By Women's Weekly Food
White chocolate and vanilla macarons
Quick & Easy
March 27, 2013

White chocolate and vanilla macarons

White Chocolate and Vanilla Macarons: Makes about 18 White Chocolate Ganache: Makes about 2/3 cup It’s important that macarons farm a crust an the base. If your oven is not fan forced, cook one tray at a time an the bottom shelf. You can make a disposable piping bag from a large plastic snap tack […]
By Women's Weekly Food

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