A macaron is a meringue-based sandwich cookie made with almond flour, egg whites confectioners' sugar, and food coloring. Common fillings include buttercream, ganache, and fruit-based jam. 🍓 The meringues have smooth tops, ruffled edges (called the "crown," "foot," or "pied"), and flat bottoms.
Macarons and macaroons are different in their appearance, taste, and texture. A macaron is a meringue-based sandwich cookie that is tinted with food coloring. A macaroon is a drop cookie made with shredded coconut. The preparation for these two cookies is also very different.