Macaron
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 5.5 g |
| Fat | 14.0 g |
| Carbs | 63.0 g |
Macaron is a French confection made from almond flour, egg whites and sugar, sandwiched around a filling such as buttercream, ganache or jam. Typically served as a small individual treat at patisseries or as part of dessert assortments, each macaron shell weighs around 10–15 g, though nutritional values are given per 100 g. At that scale, a macaron provides 400 kcal, 5.5 g of protein, 14 g of fat and 63 g of carbohydrates, of which 55 g are sugars and 1.5 g is dietary fibre. Notable micronutrients include 120 mg of potassium, 40 mg of calcium and 30 mcg of vitamin A per 100 g. No glycemic index value is available for this food. Macarons are suitable for vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free dietary patterns, though fillings vary and should be checked individually.
How many calories in a macaron?
Macarons contain 400 kcal per 100 g. A single macaron shell with filling typically weighs around 15–20 g, putting one piece at roughly 60–80 kcal.
Are macarons gluten-free?
Traditional macarons are made with almond flour rather than wheat flour, which places them in the gluten-free category. That said, cross-contamination during production is possible, so those with coeliac disease should check the manufacturer's labelling.
Is a macaron high in sugar?
Yes — macarons contain 55 g of sugars per 100 g, which accounts for the majority of their 63 g total carbohydrate content. Given that a typical serving is one or two small pieces, the absolute sugar intake per serving is lower, but the concentration is high relative to most foods.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 5.5 g |
| Fat | 14.0 g |
| Carbs | 63.0 g |
| Sugars | 55.0 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 4.5 g |
| Monounsaturated | 6.0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 2.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 35.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 40.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.80 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Sodium | 55.0 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 30.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.10 mcg |