Lemon Macarons
Nov 18, 2025 01:57 PM
These lemon macarons are delicious and so fun to make! Lemon-flavored macaron shells filled with a lemon cream cheese buttercream and lemon curd... what could be better?
Everyone, I think I have a problem. A macaron problem.
Now that I feel like I can consistently make decent macarons, my head is spinning with ideas for new recipes. From s'mores macarons to piña colada macarons, the possibilities are endless. And today, I'm coming at you with my latest macaron obsession!
These lemon macarons are light and airy, and they're filled with a mouthwatering lemon cream cheese buttercream and lemon curd. Plus, what's not to love about that bright yellow color?
Let me show you how to make 'em!
Ingredients:
Lemon Macarons
- 2 cups (227g) powdered sugar
- 1 ⅔ cups (160g) almond flour
- 5 egg whites (150g)
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 drops gel yellow food coloring
Lemon Cream Cheese Buttercream
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 4 ounces (113g) brick-style cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 2 ½ cups (284g) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt, to taste
Additional Filling
- Lemon curd (pipe 1 tablespoon per macaron)
Total Time:
70 minutes
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