Comments on: French Macaron Recipe

By: Sam

Sam — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 01:54:07 +0000

Hi Andrea! While it could potentially be doubled, I would recommend making 2 separate batches. Macarons can just be so finicky.

By: Andrea Rouwhorst

Andrea Rouwhorst — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 15:23:46 +0000

Looks like a great recipe, can’t wait to try it! I was wondering if the recipe can be doubled. Or do you just have to make two batches? Thanks!

By: Sam

Sam — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 16:17:02 +0000

In reply to Dia Thomas.

I’m so glad they were such a hit, Dia! 🙂

By: Sam

Sam — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 16:16:41 +0000

In reply to Serena Wohlford.

I’m so glad it was such a success, Serena! 🙂

By: Serena Wohlford

Serena Wohlford — Sun, 18 Feb 2024 21:22:15 +0000

Hello Sam!
I always hear people say it’s not about the recipe, it’s the technique that makes a great macaron. This is somewhat true. After getting the technique down, I’d try different recipes and methods. I will sometimes bake the Swiss method if I don’t have time to age my egg whites and it would turn out good. However, this recipe that you’ve worked so hard to master is my FAVORITE!!! It really does make the PERFECT macaron! It’s nice and full and the texture is perfect with just the right amount of chew and crispy top! It doesn’t feel like I’m biting into mostly filling. It’s sooooo good! In fact I’m about to bake some now! Thank you again for all the work you’ve done creating the perfect recipe and thanks for sharing!!! The recipe really does make a difference!

By: Dia Thomas

Dia Thomas — Sun, 18 Feb 2024 19:54:10 +0000

This was my first time using your recipe and the macarons turned out great. I watched the video first and than tried the recipe. Thanks.

By: Sam

Sam — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 14:36:23 +0000

In reply to Noelle G.

I’m glad you ultimately enjoyed them, Noelle! Macarons can be finicky and the humidity can really mess with them. I hope they are even better next time. 🙂

By: Noelle G

Noelle G — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 23:59:25 +0000

I made these and it was my first try. I think I under whipped the meringue because they did not dry. the weather was stormy so that could have been part of the problem, but I tried oven drying them and that did little to help. The flavor was alright, they just weren’t fluffy. The earl grey buttercream with them was very tasty though. Will definitely use this recipe again!

By: Sam

Sam — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 02:20:48 +0000

In reply to Ana.

Hi Ana! I don’t think there would be any issues cutting the recipe in half. If everything was measured properly, you may have needed to do the macaronage stage a little bit longer, but I’m not sure that was the issue. 20 minutes is a long time. Did you happen to watch the video? That could potentially help solve any issues.

By: Ana

Ana — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 20:33:50 +0000

Hey! Thank you so much for the detailed recipe and the video! Its really great, I have two questions
1) Can I halve the recipe to make a smaller batch as I am just starting out and want to try it first?
2) Also, I tried the recipe, but after I mixed the meringue and almond mixture, my batter was thick and sticky, it was not like the smooth and flowing batter in your video. I tried doing the macaronage for almost 20 min but it didnt change, finally i gave up and just made plain cookies instead…. any ideas?

By: Emily @ Sugar Spun Run

Emily @ Sugar Spun Run — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 14:50:59 +0000

In reply to Madelyn.

We’re so happy it was such a success for you, Madelyn! Thanks so much for coming back to leave a review ❤️

By: Madelyn

Madelyn — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 00:29:28 +0000

This recipe made the perfect macarons! I’ve often made macarons, but I’m trying to find a foolproof recipe. I thought these wouldn’t turn out since the batter seemed more runny than usual, but the shells turned out beautifully! They also taste amazing when left in the fridge for a few days.

By: Sam

Sam — Sun, 31 Dec 2023 03:05:08 +0000

In reply to Claire.

Hi Claire! Unfortunately there isn’t a good fix and you will likely have to start over. 🙁

By: Claire

Claire — Sat, 23 Dec 2023 23:03:32 +0000

How do you fix it if its too runny

By: Trish

Trish — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 08:29:34 +0000

I am on my third batch of this recipe and I think my issues stem from excess moisture. Maybe from overwhipping the egg whites and/or overmixing during macronage, or the 50-60% humidity in my kitchen? Other than aging the egg whites, is there anything else that can help with the excess moisture? My macs are coming out sticking to the silpat with an inside texture as if they are underbaked, but I have baked them the full time and even tried extra time, but that just made them brown on top and they are still sticky underneath. Thanks in advance for any advice 🙂

By: Sam

Sam — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 14:53:55 +0000

In reply to Dana.

I’m so glad you enjoyed them so much, Dana! Merry Christmas! 🙂

By: Dana

Dana — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 17:48:02 +0000

I have wanted to try making these for some time and have never dared until I found this post and video. My macarons came out perfectly on my first attempt ever at making them. I can’t thank you enough and will be trying more of your recipes after having such incredible and unexpected success with this one. Thank you again for all the time and effort you put into creating this blog and video so even beginners would be able to make macarons!! God bless you for sharing and Merry Christmas, Sam!

By: Sam

Sam — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 02:05:58 +0000

In reply to Denise B.

I’m so glad you enjoyed them so much, Denise! I do have a chocolate macaron recipe. 🙂

By: Denise B

Denise B — Sun, 03 Dec 2023 22:41:29 +0000

thank you for the full proof recipe. they turned out perfect for my standards. what I would like to know is more about flavor combinations. I tried strawberry with vanilla buttercream. do you have a chocolate recipe.

By: Sam

Sam — Sun, 03 Dec 2023 16:24:52 +0000

In reply to Onnalee.

That sounds wonderful! I hope you love them! 🙂

By: Onnalee

Onnalee — Sat, 02 Dec 2023 22:06:48 +0000

Thank you. I will probably do two batches. Thinking red and green with a peppermint filling for Christmas 🎄

By: Sam

Sam — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 18:50:40 +0000

In reply to Onnalee.

So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Onnalee! two colors could be tricky, .your best bet would probably be to separate after adding the dry, but it can be tricky considering the macaronage process is so particular. You could certainly go for it, but if you’re not yet super comfortable with the technique and making macarons it might be best to do two separate batches.

By: Onnalee

Onnalee — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 17:29:02 +0000

In reply to Amelia.

I made these and they can it great for a first time. I used your lemon buttercream as a filling, delicious.
I have a question tho. the steps day to add the food coloring before the dry mix is added. How would you go about making two colors. Can you add the dry, separate then add different colors or do you just have to make two batches? I was thinking one half red and one half green for Christmas.

By: Sam

Sam — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 02:31:26 +0000

In reply to Bebee.

YAY!!! Thank you so much! I’m so glad they turned out. It really makes me smile to read things like this. 🙂

By: Bebee

Bebee — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 20:39:19 +0000

I want you to know, how much I appreciate you and this recipe. I watched your video and had already flopped 4 times before following your instructions. Success came today and I almost cried. Seriously, thank you for posting this up.