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15 Gorgeous Macarons That Taste Even Better Than They Look

July 26, 2025 by Amanda Tyler Leave a Comment

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Macarons are absolutely stunning. When I first saw one, I was convinced it couldn’t taste good, either. But they are also delicious!

I love macarons and love to get some from a boutique macaron shop near my house. But as much as I love their macarons, it can get kind of pricey to buy them all the time. And I love baking! So, I grabbed a bunch of gorgeous recipes to try at home.

Trust me- you won’t regret trying these!

Toffee Chocolate Macarons 

Photo Credit: Ottawa Mommy Club.

Toffee and chocolate are a great combination for macarons. This recipe tastes fancy, but is not too complicated to recreate at home.

Get the recipe: Toffee Chocolate Macarons.

Raspberry Macarons 

Photo Credit: House of Nash Eats.

Raspberry jam and buttercream make this pretty pink treat taste every bit as good as it looks. I know you are going to love this combination for baby showers, birthday parties or any occasion that requires a great cookie.

Get the recipe: Raspberry Macarons.

Vanilla Bean Macarons 

Photo Credit: Shugary Sweets.

Skip the stop at a trendy bakery and get vividly vanilla macarons at home with this easy to follow recipe. Anyone who samples your work will declare you to be the best baker, ever!

Get the recipe: Vanilla Bean Macarons.

Pumpkin Spice Macarons 

Photo Credit: The Cagle Diaries.

If you need the ultimate, elegant fall dessert, check out these gorgeous pumpkin spice macarons. These are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. You will adore them.

Get the recipe: Pumpkin Spice Macarons.

Red Velvet Macarons 

Photo Credit: Flavor the Moments.

Bring crispy macarons and red velvet together to make the best little french cookie. These are vibrant, delicious and destined to impress anyone lucky enough to try one.

Get the recipe: Red Velvet Macarons.

Chocolate Nutella Macarons  

Photo Credit: Barley and Sage.

Chocolate and nutella are perfect partners to make an unforgettable macaron. This recipe is even better than the offerings from the best bakery in town.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Nutella Macarons.

Coffee Macarons 

Photo Credit: Meals by Molly.

Coffee fanatics are going to fall in love with this macaron recipe from the first bite. These are so delicious, and will taste amazing while you sip a latte.

Get the recipe: Coffee Macarons.

Strawberry Macarons 

Photo Credit: Britney Breaks Bread.

Capture the essence of summer in an elegant french macaron. These cookies are so beautiful you will want to share them with all of your favorite people.

Get the recipe: Strawberry Macarons.

Dirty Chai Macarons 

Photo Credit: Broken Oven Baking.

This recipe has all of the flavor of your favorite coffee shop drink, in cookie form. This macaron recipe looks insanely elegant, but you will be following this recipe like a pro from the first batch.

Get the recipe: Dirty Chai Macarons.

Fig and Cardamom Macarons 

Photo Credit: Rosanna Etc.

Make a batch of macarons that is worth talking about with this elegant recipe. Fig and cardamom makes such a tantalizing combination for the taste buds.

Get the recipe: Fig and Cardamom Macarons.

Peppermint Macarons 

Photo Credit: Sunny Little Kitchen.

Save this recipe for the holidays. A kiss of peppermint is just what macarons need to make them a seasonal sweet worth sharing with Santa.

Get the recipe:Peppermint Macarons.

Cookies and Cream Macarons 

Photo Credit: House of Nash Eats.

Oreo fans will adore this upscale cookie option. Macarons packed with cookies and cream ganache might be one of the best homemade treats ever!

Get the recipe:Cookies and Cream Macarons.

Birthday Cake Macarons 

Photo Credit: Alpine Ella.

This fancy cookie recipe is loaded with birthday cake flavor! I know you are going to want to bake these for someone special on their day!

Get the recipe: Birthday Cake Macarons.

Gold Macarons 

Photo Credit: Spatula Desserts.

With this festive idea, macarons become the golden dessert. Serve these for a party, or share them with a friend for a golden anniversary if you like.

Get the recipe: Gold Macarons.

Oreo Macarons 

Photo Credit: Barley and Sage.

Oreo cookies crushed into macarons sounds lovely doesn’t it? This recipe is filled with the best buttercream for a total treat for cookie lovers.

Get the recipe: Oreo Macarons

 

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