Give Mom the Gift of Macarons This Mother’s Day!

By Lisa Maliga, Copyright 2025

Looking for unique Mother’s Day gift ideas that are sweet, elegant, and unforgettable? Whether you buy macarons, bake them, or give a macaron cookbook, you can’t go wrong with this classic French treat. This Mother’s Day, surprise Mom with something she’ll savor—literally!

1. Buy Macarons – A Deliciously Elegant Gift for Mom

a lovely ribbon-wrapped box of macarons to give to your mom for mother's day

Mother’s Day macarons are as beautiful as they are tasty. Ladurée, one of the world’s most renowned macaron brands, offers decadent French macarons in an array of colors and flavors. Their gift boxes are so charming, they become keepsakes.

If you prefer to shop local, many bakeries now offer macaron gift sets that can be picked up or delivered right to your mom’s door. Supporting small businesses while giving Mom a sweet treat? That’s a win-win!

2. Bake Macarons – A Thoughtful Homemade Gift

piping filling into french macarons

If you love getting hands-on, why not bake macarons for Mom? Learning how to make macarons might seem tricky at first, but it’s easier with the right tools and guidance. If you have a mixer, silicone mats, piping bags, and some patience, you’re halfway there.

DIY Mother’s Day gifts are always meaningful, and there’s nothing like giving Mom something you made with love. Serve them in a pretty box with a handwritten note for that extra-special touch.

3. Gift a Macaron Cookbook – For Moms Who Love to Bake

If your mother enjoys baking, a French macaron cookbook makes a wonderful gift. It’s thoughtful, useful, and offers her the chance to explore a new baking adventure.

Here are two titles I recommend (and wrote!):

  • Baking French Macarons: A Beginner’s Guide – Perfect for first-time macaron bakers! Available as a FREE eBook with Kindle Unlimited, this guide is packed with tips, troubleshooting advice, and step-by-step instructions.

  • Baking Macarons: The Swiss Meringue Method – This book offers a slightly advanced technique and has earned glowing five-star reviews. One reader called it: “PERFECTION! Easy, clear, and the ganache was DELICIOUS!”

Make This Mother’s Day Sweet and Memorable

Whether you buy, bake, or share the joy of baking, macarons make a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift. They’re perfect for moms with a sweet tooth or anyone who loves elegant, homemade treats.

baking macarons the swiss meringue method ebook & paperback and baking french macarons a beginners guide free kindle unlimited ebook & paperback both books by lisa maliga