At Greek Parisian, we believe the finest things in life are born from the meeting of two great cultures. Our macaroons are no exception — a delicate fusion of French patisserie artistry and the warm, aromatic flavors of Greece.
What Are Greek Parisian Macaroons?
Our signature macaroons take the classic French macaron — those light, airy sandwich cookies made from almond flour and meringue — and infuse them with distinctly Greek ingredients like honey, pistachios, rose water, and citrus. The result is a treat that feels both timeless and entirely unique.
What You'll Need
For the Shells:
- 1 ¾ cups (175g) almond flour
- 1 ¾ cups (210g) powdered sugar
- 3 large egg whites, aged at room temperature
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp rose water
- A pinch of cream of tartar
For the Greek Honey-Pistachio Filling:
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp Greek thyme honey
- ¼ cup finely ground pistachios
- 1 tsp lemon zest
How to Make Them
Step 1: Prepare Your Almond Flour
Sift the almond flour and powdered sugar together twice for smooth, lump-free shells. Discard any large pieces that don't pass through the sieve.
Step 2: Make the Meringue
Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form. Add rose water at this stage.
Step 3: Macaronage
Fold the almond flour mixture into the meringue in three additions until the batter flows like lava off a spatula in a thick ribbon.
Step 4: Pipe and Rest
Pipe 1.5-inch rounds onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Tap trays to release air bubbles. Rest at room temperature for 30–60 minutes until a dry skin forms.
Step 5: Bake
Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 14–16 minutes, rotating halfway. Cool completely before filling.
Step 6: Make the Filling
Beat butter until fluffy. Mix in powdered sugar, Greek honey, ground pistachios, and lemon zest.
Step 7: Assemble
Sandwich filling between matched shell pairs. Refrigerate for 24 hours before serving for the best flavor.
A Note from Greek Parisian
Macaroons are a labor of love. We hope each bite brings a little of the magic of Greece and Paris to your table.