Macarons are probably one of the most famous and most Instagrammed desserts, they are perfectly piped into identical disks and come in a variety of flavours. Some of the most common flavours include raspberry, rose, pistachio and lavender. The biscuit boasts a crunchy exterior with a lightweight interior, but where it gets confusing is that in France (where they originated) they are known as a French macaroon.
What Is the Difference Between Macaron and Macaroon?
They’re both delicious but they’re very different
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Lottie Dalziel
They have almost exactly the same ingredients, are both classified as biscuits, have European origins and are two of the most popular delicacies. But what really is the difference between a macaroon and a macaron?
Well, a macaron originated in France and consists of two light meringue biscuits sandwiched together with a sweet ganache. A macaroon, on the other hand, consists of a shredded coconut and egg mixture which is baked into a soft and fragrant cookie (or mound).