The 7 best macarons in the world

The best macarons

Macarons are small, colorful French meringue cookies. Recognizable by their smooth surface and crinkled “foot,” macarons (pronounced mac-ah-ROHN) come in many colors. These cute, round cookies come in a variety of flavors like chocolate, pistachio, and raspberry.

Macarons have become ubiquitous in bakeries, candy stores, candy stores, and restaurants around the world. So you might be wondering which brand is famous for its macarons? There are several famous macaron manufacturers.

Macarons should not be confused with macarons, which are dense coconut cookies. They contain similar ingredients but look and taste completely different. Macarons are made from beaten egg whites, almond flour, sugar, and vanilla. These light and airy cookies are gluten-free and kosher.

Colorful French macarons packaging. Close-up of French macarons. — Jakob Berg/istockphoto

Different flavors of macarons

Macarons weren’t always French sandwich cookies. The Italians invented the macaron cookie, but it was the French who transformed the almond cookie into the iconic French sandwich cookie. Parisian pastry chef Pierre Desfontaines invented the modern macaron in 1930.

The first modern macaron is similar to the current macaron. The original macaron consisted of two shells made of almond flour. They were held together by a creamy ganache filling. Today, macarons come in all shades of color. They are filled with buttercream, ganache, or jam.

There are many combinations of macaron flavors and fillings. The flavor options are limited only by the imagination. The famous French patisserie Ladurée has created over 200 flavors, including

Violet blackcurrant
Caramel
Chocolate
Coffee
Lemon
Passion fruit
Pistachio
Raspberry
Pink
Vanilla

We’ve traveled the world and tasted the best macarons. Here are our favorite classic and indulgent French macarons.

What are the best macarons?

We’ve traveled the world and tasted the best macarons. Here are our favorite classic and creative French cookies.

Best gourmet macarons: La Fournette

Chicago’s La Fournette offers traditional macarons, but its creative flavors are a must-try. Pierre Zimmerman and his team handcraft artisanal macarons in inventive flavors inspired by cocktails like the mojito, Moscow mule, and piña colada.

Modern OG macarons: Ladurée

Ladurée macarons are recognizable even before you open the box. Ladurée is the inventor of the modern macaron. In the 19th century, they elevated the biscuit to the rank of a two-tiered sandwich biscuit held together by sweet fillings.

The luxurious French boutique perfectly packages its cookies in beautiful pastel-colored gift boxes. Does Ladurée have the best macarons? We’ll let you be the judge.

Best Flavored Macarons: Bouchon Bakery

Award-winning American chef Thomas Keller opened Bouchon Bakery to supply two of his Michelin-starred restaurants with unique breads. In addition to artisan breads and classic desserts, the French bakery makes classic French macarons in chocolate, pistachio, raspberry, and vanilla. Skip the line and have traditional macarons delivered to your door.

Super cute macarons: Sweet

Sucré Patisserie offers super cute takes on classic macarons. They also add a Southern twist by shipping the colorful cookies with pecan praline coffee. Owner Ayesha Motwani and executive pastry chef Ashley McMillan handcraft both traditional and unique macaron flavors. Cookie flavors include vanilla and chocolate, as well as New Orleans-inspired flavors like café au lait and blackberry honey.

Divine macaroons: Daniel Boulud

Award-winning and Michelin-starred French chef Daniel Boulud makes some of the most elegant and delicate French macarons. His 12-piece macaron gift set includes a dozen creations in seasonally changing flavors like pistachio, coffee, raspberry, and chocolate.

Creative Macarons: Sift Dessert Bar

Sift Dessert Bar founder Andrea Ballus, who is obsessed with frosting, makes mouthwatering cupcakes and equally outrageous macarons. Fun, festive flavors like churro, salted caramel, and birthday cake with vanilla and raspberry filling make ordinary macarons extraordinary. The San Francisco confectionary’s macaron gift box, which changes with the seasons, is a treat for your taste buds and your pals.

Cheese Macarons: Kreuther Artisan Chocolate

The luxury chocolatier, the brainchild of two-Michelin-starred Gabriel Kreuther and celebrated pastry chef and master chocolatier Marc Aumont, whips up some mind-blowing cheesecake macarons. Kreuther Handcrafted Chocolate’s macaron rounds are coated in cream cheese, cleverly combining New York-style cheesecake with classic French macarons. Fun flavors include chocolate with hazelnut spread, mango and passionfruit, and mixed berries. Their 12-pack of cheesecake macarons includes mandarin, pistachio, coffee, and original cheesecake.

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