Vegan yuzu macaron

Q: How are vegan macarons made?

Making vegan macarons follows a similar process to traditional macarons, replacing egg whites with whipped aquafaba. This plant-based preparation, which replaces traditional Italian meringue, is perfect for achieving smooth and shiny shells.

Q: What is aquafaba and how can it be used as a vegan egg white substitute?

Aquafaba is the cooking liquid from legumes, primarily canned chickpeas. This thick liquid has remarkable foaming properties thanks to its protein and starch content. To use it, whip it with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form , similar to whipping egg whites. You can reduce the liquid by cooking to concentrate it before using it in your sweet recipes.

Q: How long can yuzu macarons be stored?

These vegan yuzu macarons will keep for up to 10 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container. This extended shelf life is due to the absence of eggs in the vegan recipe. At room temperature, consume them within 3 days. Remove them from the refrigerator 15 minutes before serving to allow them to regain their soft texture.

Q: How to make vegan vanilla macarons?

Follow the same recipe for the macaron shells, but make a vegan ganache recipe , with Amatika 35% (vegetarian alternative to white chocolate) and quality Madagascar vanilla.

Published on October 21, 2026

Level :

Advance

Prep Time :

1 Hour

Cooking :

22 Min

Makes :

25 macarons

A recipe for plant-based macarons made with Inspiration Yuzu , a yuzu fruit couverture from the Valrhona Inspiration range.

Utensils needed:

8mm plain piping tip for piping macarons
12mm plain piping tip for filling macarons
Immersion blender
pastry bag
Thermometer

Made with the products below :

1. Yuzu-Inspired Veganache

Ingredients :

95g / 3.4 oz Almond milk 1.2% fat
150g / 5.3 oz Yuzu Inspiration
15g / 0.5 oz Acacia Honey

Preparation time: 15 min

Refrigeration: 12 hours in the refrigerator

Prepare the day before

Melt the Yuzu Inspiration.
Heat the almond milk with the acacia honey then pour a third of it over the melted Inspiration Yuzu.
Mix vigorously and add the second third in the same way.
Do the same with the last third.
Blend with an immersion blender to perfect the emulsion.
Transfer to a rectangular container for better crystallization, cover with cling film.
Ideally, refrigerate for 12 hours.

2. Macaron shells

Ingredients :

100g / 3.5 oz Almond powder
100g / 3.5 oz Icing sugar
70g / 2.5 oz Aquafaba
100g / 3.5 oz Granulated sugar
35g / 1.2 oz Water

Preparation time: 30 min

Cooking time: 22 min

Note: Chickpea juice, also known as Aquafaba, is an ideal substitute for egg whites thanks to its ability to form a light and airy mousse in macaron recipes, for people following a vegan diet or wishing to avoid eggs.

To be prepared on the same day

Mix and sift together the almond flour and icing sugar.
In a container, whip 35g of aquafaba using a mixer fitted with a whisk.
Cook the granulated sugar and water to 110/112°C, and pour over the whipped aquafaba.
Continue heating until the mixture is lukewarm.
Add the 35g of unwhipped aquafaba.
Mix with the powders and fold in a macaron-like motion.
Using a piping bag fitted with a plain #8 nozzle, pipe the macarons onto parchment paper.
Bake at 140°C, fan-assisted, for 22 minutes.

Chef's tip : "Macaronage" means gently mixing the macaron batter with a spatula or scraper until you obtain a smooth, shiny batter without air bubbles.

The assembly

Turn the cooked and cooled macarons over, fill them with ganache using a piping bag with a 12mm plain nozzle and assemble them in pairs. You can store the macarons in the freezer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are vegan macarons made?

Making vegan macarons follows a similar process to traditional macarons, replacing egg whites with whipped aquafaba. This plant-based preparation, which replaces traditional Italian meringue, is perfect for achieving smooth and shiny shells.

What can be used to replace eggs in macarons?

Eggs can easily be replaced with aquafaba (chickpea cooking liquid) for a vegan macaron recipe.

What is aquafaba and how can it be used as a vegan egg white substitute?

Aquafaba is the cooking liquid from legumes, primarily canned chickpeas. This thick liquid has remarkable foaming properties thanks to its protein and starch content. To use it, whip it with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form , similar to whipping egg whites. You can reduce the liquid by cooking to concentrate it before using it in your sweet recipes.

Are these macarons vegan and also suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, this recipe is suitable for both vegans and vegetarians. No animal-derived ingredients are used in this recipe.

How long can yuzu macarons be stored?

These vegan yuzu macarons will keep for up to 10 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container. This extended shelf life is due to the absence of eggs in the vegan recipe. At room temperature, consume them within 3 days. Remove them from the refrigerator 15 minutes before serving to allow them to regain their soft texture.

How to make vegan vanilla macarons?

Follow the same recipe for the macaron shells, but make a vegan ganache recipe , with Amatika 35% (vegetarian alternative to white chocolate) and quality Madagascar vanilla.