As we approach Christmas time, we begin to think about all the food we should make, the desserts we should plan for, and the gifts we should give. However, every year it seems that we all fall into a bit of a rut when it comes to good planning.
If you are in need of some holiday inspiration this year, keep reading! I am going to share 10 incredible reasons why you should make or buy macarons this holiday season!
What is a Macaron?
The French macarons, made from thin, flavorful meringue cookies sandwiched with some kind of filling (usually buttercream frosting), have a crisp, smooth shell and a moist, chewy interior. I mean, YUM! The meringues are what gives the cookies their uniqueness. Unlike a simple meringue cookie made from egg whites and sugar, macarons are made with egg whites and ground nuts. This gives them that chewy texture without drying out and becoming too crispy.
Now, without hesitation, here are 10 reasons you should have macarons this Christmas!
#1 They Are Elegant and Luxurious
Macarons are delicious, delicate, and beautiful pastries. Adding these irresistible French treats to your special event will add an air of elegance and timeless charm to your event. Your guests will be wowed by their taste and texture. With such a magnificent dessert, you can expect loads of raving compliments and tributes.
#2 Come in Vibrant Christmas Colors
Creating festive macarons for the holidays is easy by using vibrant colors of pinks, reds, and greens. Because macarons are so easy to color, you can choose from an array of vibrant hues that will match your Christmas aesthetic.
#3 Festive Flavors
What is a better Christmas treat than one that reminds you of all the flavors that encompass the holiday season? There are countless festive flavor options for your macarons. Check out some of our favorites:
Cinnamon roll macarons: Perfect to pair with a cup of your morning coffee
Peppermint and dark chocolate: perfect Christmas cocoa cookie
Gingerbread macarons: light and delectable after-dinner treat
Red velvet: seasonal red hues, perfect for getting you in the Christmas spirit
#4 They Make a Unique Christmas Cookie
Macarons are the PERFECT option if you are looking for a Christmas cookie out of the ordinary. Instead of a standard snickerdoodle, how about a snickerdoodle macaron with a delicate buttercream filling? Do you enjoy a basic chocolate chip cookie? Why not make a chocolate macron instead?
Remember, in a cookie-cutter world, be a macaron!
#5 They are Fun to Make with the Family
Suppose you are looking for a fun Christmas activity to do with the whole family this year. In that case, we recommend trying to make your own macarons! Macarons can open up your creative side as they come in an array of colors and flavors!
Note: making the perfect macaron on your first try may be hard. Some find making macarons smooth and soft challenging; often times they accidentally dry them out. Don't get discouraged, though! Practice makes perfect, and besides, it's supposed to be fun!
#6 Macarons make Beautiful Gifts
Christmas time, in general, is known as the season for gift-giving. What better gift than a beautiful, luxurious, and flavorful macaron? Macarons can be easy to gift during a Pollyanna or secret Santa event. Additionally, you can give them to a coworker, your mailman, a friend, your accountant, and so on!
When it comes to macarons and their gift potential, we can confidently say that your gift receiver will NOT be disappointed with some of the assorted Chelles Macarons. Macarons make such an elegant and personalized gift for anyone and everyone!
#7 They are Lower Calorie Christmas Cookies
Compared to other dessert items, such as your common Christmas cookies, these small treats do not contain as many calories as some larger dessert items. There are very few calories in one macaron, so if you only indulge in a few of these treats at a time, you shouldn't gain any weight. That said, staying within your daily calorie intake is possible if you consume macarons in moderation.
#8 Macarons Can Have Fewer Carbs
Unlike your standard chocolate chip or thumb-print Christmas cookie, Chelles Macarons are made with almond flour. Almond flour contains fewer carbs than traditional wheat flour. Plus, it is loaded with more nutrients! However, almond flour still offers a slightly sweeter taste than wheat flour, making it the ideal ingredient for the perfect macaron.
#9 They are Versatile
Have leftover macarons after Christmas? No worries! One of the best parts of macarons is their ability to stay fresh! You can freeze macarons for 3-4 months, meaning you can use leftover Christmas macarons on New Year and when Valentine's day comes around too! How incredible is that??
#10 Because You Can!
You do not need a strong reason to buy macarons this Christmas season. They are delicious, chic, and gorgeous. The real question is, why wouldn't you have macarons during your holiday season? With a large variety of flavors, there is no doubt you can't find the perfect macaron for your palate!
Where to Buy—Chelles Macarons
it has been our mission since 2015 to bring our unique twist on the classic French dessert to Dallas and Plano. During her sophomore year of college, Chelle encountered "macs", as she calls them, in her French class. Upon tasting these cookies for the first time, she was immediately fascinated by their delicate texture and aesthetics.
After perfecting her macaron technique in her kitchen, she experimented with flavors, incorporating the flavors she adored into the delicate vessel of the macaron. If artists see the world in color and shape, she sees it in flavor.
Today, Chelles Macarons ships nationwide and carries over 15 unique macaron flavors! If you order a box of macarons by December 21st, we guarantee you will receive it before Christmas. So spread love and joy this year with an assorted box of these delicious French treats!