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National Macaroon Day

Celebrate National Macaroon Day with delicious goodness! Indulge in a variety of flavors, textures, and colors with our mouth-watering macaroons!

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May 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEMay 31

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYBaking

INTRO

Introduction

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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 Macaroons have been around since the 18th century and were originally made from shredded coconut.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!

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TIMELINE

National Macaroon Day Timeline

Macaroon Originated

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.

Arrival in France

Italian Jews introduced macaroons in France as it was a suitable dessert during Passover due to its unleavened characteristic.

Coconut Added

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.

American Macaroons

By the early 20th century, macaroons in America were most commonly made with coconut, a trend that remains today.

Macaron Vs. Macaroon

The French macaron, a meringue-based sandwich cookie, rises in popularity, often being mistaken with the coconut-based macaroon due to their similar names.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Macaroon Day

Bake macaroons

Get your hands dirty and bake your own delicious macaroons. You can find plenty of recipes online to make macaroons from scratch.

VISIT

Visit a bakery

You don't always have to make them yourself. Visit a local bakery and buy some of the best macaroon creations around.

EAT

Eat a creative macaroon dish

If you're feeling adventurous, why not try out a creative new macaroon dish? From ice cream sandwiches to milkshakes, the possibilities are endless.

HOLD

Hold a macaroon tasting party

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.

GIVE

Give out homemade macaroons

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.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Macaroon Day

Macaroons make great gifts

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!

Macaroons are delicious

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!

Macaroons are easy to make

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!