DIY Gradient Message Macarons

Impress your taste buds and your friends with our DIY message macarons guide. Because every macaron is a canvas, and every canvas deserves a delicious message!

DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth

Welcome to the whimsical world of macaron magic, where we’re about to add a dash of creativity to your confectionery game! In this DIY tutorial (that’s honestly, more like a hack to spruce regular ole macarons), we’re turning macarons into edible works of art.

And don’t worry. You don’t have to be a skilled painter by any means to be able to make these. If you can aim with hairspray, then you’ve got this!

Admittedly, this also is about us wanting another excuse to repurpose this cool gradient idea after the cute little video that we made ages ago. And phrases for Valentine’s Day seemed pretty fitting. Because wouldn’t this be wonderful for your Valentine’s Day party?

DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth
DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth

Materials and Tools Needed

DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth

DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth

How to Make DIY Gradient Message Macarons

 1 — Brush a tiny amount of almond extract on the back of the paper letters so that they stick to the macaron well without the extract running.

To ensure crisp lettering, gently press down on the edges to prevent overspray. This helps define the letters and keeps the gradient within the designated areas.

DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth

 2 — Starting with the lightest color, hold the color mist spray about 6-8 inches away from the macaron and apply a light mist.

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3 — Gradually move to the darker colors, allowing each layer to dry slightly to achieve a smooth transition before applying the next. The colors will automatically blend to create a smooth gradient effect.

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4 — Now, just peel the paper letter away, and you’ll have made the perfect letter stencil!

DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth
DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth

Tips & Tricks

  • If you want to enhance your messages, use edible markers to add fine details or outlines to the letters. This step allows for additional personalization and creativity.
  • If you are using freshly baked homemade macarons, make sure they’ve completely cooled down first.
  • Before spraying directly onto the macarons, practice on a piece of parchment paper or a spare macaron shell. This helps you get a feel for the spray and ensures you have good control
DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth
DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth
DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth
DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth

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DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth
DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth
DIY gradient message macarons - sugar and cloth

DIY Gradient Message Macarons

Print Recipe
5 from 6 votes
Master the exquisite skill of lettering on macarons using edible color mist food spray f
Prep Time45 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine Macarons

Equipment

  • Food safe paintbrush

Ingredients

Nutrition

Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 405mg | Potassium: 415mg | Sugar: 3g | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.2mg
Servings: 4
Calories: 164kcal

Instructions

  • Brush a tiny amount of almond extract on the back of the paper letters so that they stick to the macaron well. To ensure crisp lettering, gently press down on the edges to prevent overspray. This helps define the letters and keeps the gradient within the designated areas.
  • Starting with the lightest color, hold the color mist spray about 6-8 inches away from the macaron and apply a light mist.
  • Gradually move to the darker colors, allowing each layer to dry slightly to achieve a smooth transition before applying the next. The colors will automatically blend to create a smooth gradient effect.
  • Gently peel away the paper letter.
Cost: $10
KEYWORD: message macarons

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9 thoughts on “DIY Gradient Message Macarons”

  1. These are literally rainbow magic! I totally want to make them – except those edible mists are kinda expensive haha! I guess i’ll have to save up or try to diy my own “mists” using food colouring and water in a spray nozzle bottle :)

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  2. I was wondering.. Can i just colour the macaron shells with just gel food coloring mixed with a little bit of water.. without adding any alcohol or almond extract?

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