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Celebrate National Macaroon Day on May 31st with some delicious treats! Macaroons have been around since the 18th century and were originally made from shredded coconut. Today, macaroons come in a variety of flavors and textures - from chewy to crunchy - making them an easy treat for any occasion. Whether you're baking your own or buying ready-made, it's time to get creative and enjoy this special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1581</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Macaroon Originated</div><div class='timeline-text'>Macaroons were created in an Italian monastery and the name comes from the Italian maccarone or maccherone meaning 'paste', referring to the original almond paste ingredient.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1792</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Arrival in France</div><div class='timeline-text'>Italian Jews introduced macaroons in France as it was a suitable dessert during Passover due to its unleavened characteristic.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1830s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Coconut Added</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 19th century, coconut was added to the macaroon recipe in Scottish and North American variants, providing a new twist to the traditional cookie.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div the='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>American Macaroons</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the early 20th century, macaroons in America were most commonly made with coconut, a trend that remains today.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Macaron Vs. Macaroon</div><div class='timeline-text'>The French macaron, a meringue-based sandwich cookie, rises in popularity, often being mistaken with the coconut-based macaroon due to their similar names.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake macaroons</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get your hands dirty and bake your own delicious macaroons. You can find plenty of recipes online to make macaroons from scratch.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a bakery</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>You don't always have to make them yourself. Visit a local bakery and buy some of the best macaroon creations around.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat a creative macaroon dish</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're feeling adventurous, why not try out a creative new macaroon dish? From ice cream sandwiches to milkshakes, the possibilities are endless.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Hold a macaroon tasting party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a macaroon tasting party and compare different recipes and flavors. You could even judge each recipe and award prizes for the best one.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Give out homemade macaroons</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share your love of macaroons with others by giving out homemade treats. Don't forget to add a personal message or card along with each treat.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Macaroons are delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Macaroons have been a sweet confectionery treat for centuries, and it's easy to see why! The combination of chewy coconut, almond paste, and sugar is like nothing else. Plus, you can find macaroons in almost any flavor depending on what type of filling or topping you love best!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Macaroons are easy to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Though they may look complicated, macaroons are actually quite simple to make at home. All you need are a few basic ingredients like condensed milk, egg whites and shredded coconut. Plus, you can customize your macaroons with different fillings or toppings for an added twist!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Macaroons make great gifts</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Macaroons can be used as the perfect gift on special occasions or just for fun. You can package them up nicely with ribbons and tissue paper and give someone a unique and personal present that won't break the bank. So next time you're stuck for ideas - think no further than some deliciously homemade macaroons!</p></div></div>
National Macaroon Day is celebrated on May 31st every year. In 2024 National Macaroon Day will occur on a Friday.
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