Thursday, January 14, 2010

Macarons Vs. Cupcakes




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I've read that macarons may be the new cupcake. I, who love cupcakes entirely, find that difficult to believe.

However, I have not ever had a macaron and, in their favor, they are exquisitely beautiful.

What do you think? Have any of you had macarons before?



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43 comments:

  1. I've loved macarons ever since my brother introduced them to me a couple of years ago! They are SO good - you should definitely try them if you get a chance. I buy them from a French patisserie near my place :) Plus, they look super pretty!

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  2. You know I am with you in the cupcake camp, but am open to the macaroon. I have had a macaroon before. It was fancy and dusted with bronze powder which got all over everything. This distracted me, and I sort of lost concentration on the flavor, so I can't say if they are good, but I am going to try again soon. You should too and report back!

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  3. Those are so pretty! I really like the first photo. It makes eating macarons such a sunshiney experience! I admit, I've never had macarons, but after looking at these pictures I'm wondering why this is the case.

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  4. I had my first taste of macarons in Laduree, Paris and they were wonderful! My favourite was the rose macaron!! They were definitely exquisite!
    On the other hand, I'm a big fan of cupcakes too!!
    Ahhh, I love them both:)

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  5. Ooooh, I think you will love macaroons, they are ever so yummy!!
    Thanks for visiting my blog, please come back often!
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    Terri

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  6. Macaroons are pretty wonderful and yummy. But if I had to choose I'd be Team Cupcake all the way :)
    - JoAnn, Sidewalk Chalk

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  7. Macarons are beautiful. My favourites are the lemon, coffee and blackcurrant from Laduree. Eaten under the Eiffel Tower :D

    Having said that, you'll never see me turning down cake of any kind!

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  8. i've tried some & they are delicious! <3

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  9. I love macarons ! My favorites are from Ladurée !

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  10. I love cupcakes! macarons look lovely but to me they aren't as good as a cupcakes, i haven't tried Laduree thought so I might be wrong! Ill let you know if and when I get a moment to go down to Laduree and try them :)
    these pictures are v pretty!!

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  11. they're so pretty and delicate! haven't tried one yet, but i shall the next time i see one :)

    bystacy.com

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  12. I've never tried macaroons either, but they look too good to eat :) They'd be pretty as little ornaments!

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  13. I'll take them both! nomnomnom. Pastel colours aren't really my thing, though... wonder if they come in black? :P

    http://dreamingspiresandoldcartyres.blogspot.com

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  14. I've never had this kind of macaroon before. The kind I'm used to are just stacks of coconut dipped in chocolate. But these look gooood!

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  15. i've never had a macaroon before but i've always been dying to try one. i'll have to remember to be on the look out for them. :)

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  16. I really really really want to try a macaroon. Just for you know.. research into this cupcake versus macaroon madness.

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  17. I've never had a macaron before, but when the opportunity presents itself I will take full advantage. I think I'll always be a cupcake girl at heart, though :)

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  18. I do like macaroons...but personally, I prefer a well-frosted piece of cake:)

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  19. I had some for my birthday, very good. I can't say I agree they are the new cupcake. Both are good in different ways. Have a nice weekend!

    http://inbugsdrawers.blogspot.com

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  20. I've never had them either, but they do look pretty! I'm always a fan of pretty food, but I don't know...cupcakes are just so classic. They're irreplaceable in my opinion!

    pixiedrivein.blogspot.com

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  21. Sadly, I have never had any. I will put them on my to-do list :)

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  22. I actually don't think I've ever had one! They are pretty cute though! :)

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  23. Oh they are so good! I will have to make some this week-end and post the recipe. I want some now!
    www.lechateaudesfleurs.blogspot.com

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  24. I have tried macaroons. To be perfectly frank, I must say that personally, I find them far more beautiful to look at than to taste. They aren't bad or anything, but cake versus a flaky cookie-ish thing... I would definitely opt for a cupcake or a petit four instead.

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  25. Hello:)
    I have never eaten macarons.though i have eaten plenty of cupcakes:)and muffins...
    have a happy weekend!

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  26. I cannot remember if I've ever had a macaroon. I LOVE all the colors and cute packaging everyone is doing them in these days.

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  27. you know, i keep reading about them, but i've yet to try them. i don't know, it's hard to believe that they're better than cupcakes;D

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  28. Macaroons are simply a delight on a dreary day. That was actually one of my resolutions, to learn to make some. Chocolate and strawberry-flavored ones have got to be my favorites. Have to do a picnic with tea and macaroons and chocolate someday, you're welcome to join! haha.

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  29. oh i love macarons! i have heard the same thing about macarons and cupcakes. hope ure having a wonderful weekend!

    TheOwlsCloset.blogspot.com

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  30. Macarons are good but i prefer cupcake.. i guess i prefer my desserts to be more indulging :)

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  31. Do you know I have never tried one....I know, pretty pathetic. I will try one soo I promise. They look so pretty. Thanks for dropping by Beach Vintage.

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  32. Macaroons are prettier, but cupcakes are yummier :]

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  33. Macaroons are wonderful but no way will they take the place of cupcakes! lol

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  34. I would be in team Macaron, they're so delicious!!! But cupcakes are great to :)

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  35. I haven't tried them before either, but I want to! I suppose as far as being a fancy, adorable little sweet thing, they are the "new cupcake" - I see them everywhere! Don't know about the taste, though. :)

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  36. They are equally delicious! Cupcakes are much easier to find!

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  37. I enjoy the texture of macarons a little more than cupcakes... but I'd take either :)

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  38. I love macarons. They are my favourite dessert. I must go to Paris to try the real thing!

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  39. I cannot pick just one, for both are elegant, alluring, scrumptious and gorgeous in their own right. It really comes down to the mood you're in and what ingredients you have on hand (or where you feel like buying your sweet treats from).

    Off to go daydream about a world made entirely out of just desserts now :D

    Big hugs, sweetie!
    ♥ Jessica

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  40. I have tried to make macarons twice, and both times it has ended in complete and utter failure. They tasted amazing still, but they were not at all pretty. I, personally, am sticking to cupcakes.

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  41. I was surprised that macarons taste nothing like how they look. They look delicious, but I'm not a big fan of how they taste.

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