Give the Gift of Macarons This Holiday Season!
By Lisa Maliga, Copyright 2025
Looking for unique Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or New Year’s gift ideas that are sweet, elegant, and unforgettable? Whether you buy macarons, bake them, or give a macaron cookbook, you can’t go wrong with this classic French treat. This year, surprise your parents, spouse, relatives and friends with something they’ll savor—literally!
1. Buy Macarons – A Deliciously Elegant Gift for Anyone
French macarons are as beautiful as they are tasty. Ladurée, one of the world’s most renowned macaron brands, offers decadent French macarons in an array of colors and flavors. Their gift boxes are so charming, they become keepsakes.
If you prefer to shop local, many bakeries now offer macaron gift sets that can be picked up or delivered right to your recipient’s door. Supporting small businesses while giving your macaron fan a sweet treat? That’s a win-win!
2. Bake Macarons – A Thoughtful Homemade Gift
If you love getting hands-on, why not bake macarons for your loved ones? Learning how to make macarons might seem tricky at first, but it’s easier with the right tools and guidance. If you have a mixer, silicone mats, piping bags, and some patience, you’re halfway there.
DIY Christmas and holiday gifts are always meaningful, and there’s nothing like giving a loved one something you made with love. Serve them in a pretty box with a handwritten note for that extra-special touch.
3. Gift a Macaron Cookbook – For Anyone Who Loves to Bake
For those who enjoy baking, a French macaron cookbook makes a wonderful gift. It’s thoughtful, useful, and offers the chance to explore a new baking adventure.
Here are two titles I recommend (and wrote!):
Baking French Macarons: A Beginner’s Guide – Perfect for first-time macaron bakers! Available as a FREE eBook with Kindle Unlimited, this guide is packed with tips, troubleshooting advice, and step-by-step instructions.
Baking Macarons: The Swiss Meringue Method – This book offers a slightly advanced technique and has earned glowing five-star reviews. One reader called it: “PERFECTION! Easy, clear, and the ganache was DELICIOUS!”
Make This Holiday Season Sweet and Memorable
Whether you buy, bake, or share the joy of baking, macarons make a thoughtful holiday gift. They’re perfect for anyone who loves elegant, homemade treats.
