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French Macarons

Recipe by Everyday Food

A step‑by‑step guide to making classic French macarons with a crisp almond‑sugar shell and a silky lemon buttercream filling. Includes precise measurements, mixing techniques, piping tips, and storage advice for perfect pastel‑colored macarons.

MediumFrenchServes 12

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Source Video
1h 14m
Prep
13m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 37m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$2.60
Per serving:$0.22

Critical Success Points

  • Processing almond‑sugar mixture to a fine powder
  • Beating egg whites to stiff peaks without over‑mixing
  • Folding (macaronage) to the correct lava‑like consistency
  • Piping uniformly sized shells
  • Baking exactly 13 minutes at 350°F

Safety Warnings

  • Raw egg whites can carry salmonella; ensure they are fresh and use pasteurized eggs if concerned.
  • Handle the hot oven and baking sheet with oven mitts to avoid burns.

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