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There’s no doubt about it: French macarons (not macaroons, an American invention made with coconut flakes) are a labor of love. The almond meringue cookies require patience and precision, but the light flavors, airy textures, and vibrant colors make it all worthwhile. From tried-and-true recipes (recipe creator Liz, a baker’s apprentice, said this technique was developed through much trial and error) to allergy-friendly alternatives (these Nut-Free Macarons rely on coconut flour instead of almond flour), you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for in this collection of our seven best French macaron recipes.
Macarons
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"After going through dozens of recipes and trials, this is the most reliable macaron recipe I could come up with," according to recipe creator Deegan. "You could get lighter using the Italian meringue method, but it's less dependable."
Best French Macarons
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“Magic happens when sugar, almond flour, and airy egg whites come together in perfect harmony to form the delicate disks the French call macarons,” says Smart Cookie. “Follow this step-by-step guide and what goes on in those patisseries will no longer be a mystery!”
French Macaroons
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Get as creative as you want with these fantastic sandwich cookies. Use the food colorings, flavorings, and fillings of your choice.
French Macarons
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“These cookies are a labor of love and we did a lot of research to perfect this recipe for you, after our own failure,” says recipe creator Wendy. “Please follow as written and you will have a delicious and well-presented cookie.”
Macaron (French Macaroon)
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“This is the quintessential macaron (NOT macaroon) recipe,” according to recipe creator Liz. “I am a baker’s apprentice, and after much trial and error, we (the baker and I) finally perfected the technique. We decided to share with you all.”
Nut-Free Macarons
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Macarons, traditionally made with almonds, aren't the most allergy-friendly cookies. Even people who suffer from nut allergies can enjoy this recipe, which substitutes almond flour with coconut flour.
Halloween Macarons
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“Macarons colored for Halloween with a mascarpone-caramel filling,” says recipe creator Buckwheat Queen. “After much trial and error, I was able to perfect a macaron recipe that worked for me. I am a reluctant baker but this seems to work even for a scatterbrain like me.”
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