A Taste of Christmas: Handmade Macarons for the Season
When it comes to handmade gifts, few things say “thoughtful” like a box of festive macarons. With their crisp shells, soft centres and beautiful colours, they’re a joy to give and even better to receive! Whether you’re making them to sell, gift to friends, or add a personal touch to your festive range, Christmas macarons are a sweet way to spread a little magic.
by Lucie Winship
10 June 2025
Festive flavours to try
This is the season for bold, nostalgic flavours. Think warm spices, rich chocolate, and bright winter fruits. Some of our favourites include:
- Hot Chocolate macaron – rich cocoa and a hint of marshmallow, like a hug in a bite.
- Peppermint Bark macaron – cool peppermint, dark chocolate, and a candy cane crunch.
- Chocolate orange macaron – smooth chocolate ganache with a festive orange zing.
- Salted caramel macaron – sweet caramel with salty popcorn pieces for a toasty crunch.
- Cranberry & Orange macaron – tart berries and zesty citrus, bright and joyful.
- Honey & nutmeg macaron – mellow honey with a gentle, warming spice.
Fancy going extra special? Add hidden centres – try a spiced caramel in the salted caramel macaron or a bit of honey in the centre of the honey & nutmeg macaron for an extra surprise.
Macaron Ingredients & Finishing Touches
No need to search far for the essentials—we’ve got plenty to get your festive macaron batches underway. From finely ground almonds to rich cocoa powders and natural flavourings, you’ll find the dry ingredients you need right here at Keylink.
And when it’s time to decorate? We’ve got you covered there too, with dried fruit, candied peel, chocolate curls, mini marshmallows, gel colours and shimmer powders—all perfect for adding a little festive flair. Whether you’re trialling new flavours or prepping for a busy festive season, we’ve made it easy to get going.
Dressed to Impress
Macarons love to get dressed up for Christmas. Try colouring your shells in festive reds, deep greens, snowy whites, or even shimmering metallics. Edible glitter, gold leaf or hand-painted touches can turn a simple shell into something spectacular.
And the packaging? That’s where the magic happens. Clear boxes, ballotins, bags or hampers—finished with festive ribbons or personalised touches—make your macarons feel like something truly special. They’re elegant, easy to gift, and sure to leave a lasting impression on colleagues, customers or anyone lucky enough to receive them.
Perfect for All Makers
Whether you’re baking your first batch or preparing your Christmas product range, festive macarons are a fun, versatile choice. They make beautiful, thoughtful gifts that show care, creativity, and a little festive flair. And if one or two break along the way? Well, that’s the baker’s treat!
So, pop on a Christmas playlist, get the piping bag ready, and let your festive creativity run wild. Because nothing says “Merry Christmas” quite like a handmade macaron.
Lucie is a marketing executive with a love for cats, baking, board games and trading card games.
Her favourite bake is an Almond croissant.