Lavender Macaron
Delicate, floral, and lightly sweet,
these lavender macarons are a beautiful twist
on a French classic.
With their soft pastel hue and subtle botanical flavor,
these macarons feel both elegant and unique
—perfect for spring gatherings, bridal showers,
or simply elevating your everyday baking.
Why You’ll Love These Lavender Macarons
- Light, delicate floral flavor that isn’t overpowering
- Crisp shells with perfectly chewy centers
- Naturally beautiful color and aesthetic
- Perfect for special occasions or gifting
- A unique twist on classic French macarons
Ingredients
Yields 15 macarons
- For the shells – use a kitchen scale (I promise this makes a big difference!)
- 75 grams Almond Flour
- 75 grams Powdered Sugar
- 56 grams Egg Whites room temp (about 1 1/2 large egg whites)
- 50 grams Granulated Sugar
- 1-3 drop Food Coloring (pending how dark you want the color)
- 1/4 tsp Cream of Tartar (optional)
- Fresh Lavender (optional)
- For the filling
- 1 stick of Butter
- 2 tablespoons of Honey
- 1.5-2 cups of powdered sugar
Instructions
- 1.Sift dry ingredients
Sift together almond flour and powdered sugar to create a smooth, lump-free mixture. - 2.Make the meringue
Add sugar gradually to the egg white on a medium speed then set to the second highest or highest speed to form a super stiff meringue (approx 5-6 minutes) - 3.Add flavor + color
Gently fold in finely ground lavender and a small amount of food coloring if desired approx 2 minutes before the meringue is finished. - 4.Macaronage (folding stage)
Add half the meringue to the dry ingredients and incorporate, then add your second half and finish your macaronage - 5.Pipe the shells
Pipe small circles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. - 6.Rest the macarons
Let them sit at room temperature until a skin forms (about 30–60 minutes). - 7.Bake
Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 13–15 minutes, until feet have formed and shells are set. - 8.Cool completely
Let shells cool before removing from parchment. - 9.Make the filling
Prepare lavender filling by mixing all ingredients. Then pipe onto half the shells. - 10.Assemble
Sandwich with remaining shells and gently press together.
Tips For Perfect Macarons
- Measure ingredients precisely (I highly suggest using a kitchen scale!)
- Don’t skip sifting — it makes a big difference
- Avoid overmixing or undermixing the batter
- Let shells rest fully before baking
- Use an oven thermometer for accuracy
How To Store
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days
- Let come to room temperature before serving
- Macarons actually taste better after 24 hours (the texture softens perfectly)
Finale
These lavender macarons are one of my favorite ways
to bring a little elegance into everyday baking.
The subtle floral notes paired with the delicate texture make them feel truly special
—like something straight out of a Parisian patisserie!
