Macarons à la Framboise — those delicate, jewel-like sandwich cookies with crisp shells, chewy centers, and tangy raspberry filling — are the pride of French patisserie. Whether you’re strolling down Rue de Rivoli or baking in your home kitchen, these raspberry macarons offer an elegant bite of Paris.

Their beauty may be deceiving: while macarons require precision, the result is a show-stopping treat that’s well worth the effort.

🍓 What Are Macarons à la Framboise?

French macarons are made from almond flour, egg whites, and sugar, creating a glossy, meringue-based batter. Macarons à la Framboise feature:

Bright pink almond meringue shells

A tangy-sweet raspberry filling (either buttercream, jam, or ganache)

A refined balance of texture and taste — crisp, chewy, fruity, and indulgent

🧾 Ingredients

For the macaron shells:

100g egg whites (about 3 large), aged at room temperature

100g granulated sugar

100g almond flour (very finely ground)

100g powdered sugar

Pink or red gel food coloring (optional)


For the raspberry filling (buttercream version):

100g unsalted butter, softened

75g powdered sugar

2 tbsp raspberry purée (strained to remove seeds) or thick raspberry jam

Optional: 1 tsp lemon juice (to balance sweetness)

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

🔹 Step 1: Prepare the Macaron Batter

  1. Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together into a large bowl. Discard any coarse bits.

  2. In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar. Whip to stiff, glossy peaks.

  3. Add a few drops of pink/red gel coloring (optional).

  4. Fold in the dry mixture (almond flour + powdered sugar) in thirds using a spatula.

  5. Perform the macaronage: fold until the batter flows in thick ribbons and settles slowly into itself — like lava. Do not overmix.

✅ Tip: The batter should form a figure “8” without breaking. Under or overmixing can lead to cracked or flat shells.

🔹 Step 2: Pipe and Rest

  1. Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a round tip.

  2. Pipe small circles (about 1.5 inches or 3.5 cm) onto a parchment- or silicone-lined baking tray.

  3. Tap the tray firmly on the counter to remove air bubbles. Use a toothpick to pop any visible ones.

  4. Let them rest for 30–60 minutes until a skin forms on top. They should not stick to your finger when gently touched.

🔹 Step 3: Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 150°C (300°F).

  2. Bake one tray at a time for 12–14 minutes, rotating halfway through.

  3. Let cool completely before removing from the tray.

🍓 Raspberry Buttercream Filling

  1. In a bowl, beat softened butter until creamy.

  2. Add powdered sugar gradually and mix until smooth.

  3. Add raspberry purée or thick jam, and lemon juice if using. Beat until fluffy and pink.

🍓 You can also use raspberry ganache or seedless jam for a simpler filling.

💖 Assemble the Macarons

  1. Pair similar-sized shells together.

  2. Pipe or spoon a small dollop of filling onto one shell.

  3. Gently sandwich with the other shell and press lightly to spread the filling.

Let the filled macarons rest in the fridge for at least 12–24 hours to develop the perfect chewy texture — this is called maturation.

🍽️ Serving & Storage

Serve at room temperature for best flavor.

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4–5 days.

You can freeze unfilled shells for up to 1 month.

🧁 Tips for Perfect Raspberry Macarons

Use aged egg whites for stable meringue. Let them sit uncovered overnight.

Always sift almond flour to ensure smooth shells.

Avoid humid environments — they prevent proper drying.

Use gel food coloring (not liquid) to maintain batter consistency.

Let macarons mature before serving — the flavor and texture improve significantly.

📜 A Touch of French History

Though macarons have Italian roots, it was the French pâtissiers Ladurée and Pierre Hermé who elevated them into the sophisticated sandwich-style cookies we know today. Raspberry — with its bright flavor and jewel tone — remains one of the most iconic and beloved varieties.

📌 Flavor Variations

Add lemon zest to the shells for a zesty raspberry-lemon version

Use white chocolate raspberry ganache for a richer filling

Try rose water for a floral raspberry twist

Mix in freeze-dried raspberry powder for natural flavor and color

❤️ Why You’ll Love These Macarons

✔️ Elegant and eye-catching
✔️ Perfect balance of tart and sweet
✔️ Ideal for weddings, tea parties, or gifting
✔️ A rewarding French baking challenge
✔️ Light, chewy, and bursting with flavor

Macarons à la Framboise bring the joy of French patisserie right to your fingertips. While they require patience and care, these raspberry confections are as delightful to look at as they are to eat — a true celebration of flavor, texture, and beauty.