18 April 2025
Green Apple Macaron with Mountain Lovage
Pierre Hermé
A delicate green apple macaron infused with the fresh and wild notes of mountain lovage, finished with a touch of gold.
A Jewel-Toned Macaron with Wild Alpine Aroma 💚✨
This elegant creation brings together crisp green apple freshness and the aromatic, almost mystical character of mountain lovage (or angelica) to form a macaron that feels both modern and deeply rooted in French pâtisserie traditions. The result is a delicate bite that’s fruity, herbal, and lightly floral—finished with a luxurious touch of gold that makes every piece look like it belongs in a Parisian boutique.
The Inspiration Behind the Flavour 🌿🍏
Green apple on its own already brings bright acidity and a refreshing sweetness, but pairing it with mountain lovage elevates it into something entirely new. Mountain lovage has a flavour profile reminiscent of wild herbs with subtle notes of celery, angelica, and alpine greenery. When blended into a syrup and infused into a white-chocolate-based cream, it creates a filling that’s smooth, fragrant, and beautifully balanced.
Together, the green apple acidity and the grassy, aromatic lovage create a flavour contrast that feels clean, youthful, and slightly unexpected—exactly the kind of combination Pierre Hermé is known for.
Building the Perfect Shell 💫
These shells start with the classic French macaron method, incorporating a precisely cooked Italian meringue for stability. Pistachio green food colouring gives them their luminous green hue, while a sprinkle of gold flakes transforms them into glittering gems. As always, resting the piped shells helps the tops dry slightly, ensuring smooth, consistent results in the oven.
With two batches of liquefied egg whites and a controlled sugar syrup at 118°C, the texture comes out light yet structured—perfect for holding the aromatic cream inside.
A Cream Infused with Alpine Freshness 🏔️
The filling is a luxurious fusion of:
- Smooth Valrhona Ivoire white chocolate
- Fresh green apple purée
- Lemon juice for brightness
- Herbal lovage juice blended into a warm syrup
The result is a glossy, velvety cream with refreshing tart notes and a whisper of earthy alpine herbs. As it chills for several hours, it thickens into the ideal macaron filling consistency.
Bursts of Real Green Apple 🍏✨
To add contrast, tiny cubes of Granny Smith apples are tossed in lemon juice and lightly seasoned with Sarawak black pepper. These little cubes tucked in the center give every bite a juicy snap against the smooth cream.
Assembling the Macarons 🎀
Once the shells are cool, the cream is piped into generous dollops, topped with apple cubes, and sealed with a matching shell. Allowing the macarons to mature for 24 hours transforms them—the shells soften slightly, the aromas meld together, and the flavour deepens into a perfectly balanced, lightly herbal dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Macaron 💚
- Fresh, bright green apple flavour
- Subtle herbal depth from mountain lovage or angelica
- Luxurious white chocolate base
- Stunning gold finish
- An aromatic twist on classic fruit macarons
It’s a macaron that feels sophisticated yet playful—a beautiful mix of fruit, herb, and creamy indulgence. Perfect for special occasions or for anyone who loves discovering new flavour pairings in French pastry. ✨🍏🌿
Green Apple Macaron with Mountain Lovage
Pierre HerméA delicate green apple macaron infused with the fresh and wild notes of mountain lovage, finished with a touch of gold.
Chef's Tips
Liquefy the egg whites 5 days in advance for best macaronage.
Tap the trays to flatten the macarons slightly and eliminate bubbles.
Let the macarons mature for 24 hours in the fridge for optimal flavor.
Tools Used
Stand Mixer(opens in a new tab)Fine Sieve(opens in a new tab)Piping Bag With Round TipBaking Sheets(opens in a new tab)Parchment Paper(opens in a new tab)Candy Thermometer(opens in a new tab)Immersion Blender(opens in a new tab)Juicer Or Centrifuge
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Ingredients
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Green Apple Macaron Shells
Mountain Lovage Juice
Green Apple and Lovage Cream
Green Apple Cubes
Decoration
Instructions
Macaron Shell Preparation
- 1
Sift the icing sugar with the almond flour.
- 2
Mix the food coloring with 110g liquefied egg whites and pour over the sifted dry ingredients without mixing.
- 3
Boil the mineral water and granulated sugar to 118°C.
- 4
When syrup reaches 115°C, start whipping the second 110g of egg whites until soft peaks.
- 5
Pour the cooked syrup over the whipped whites and whisk to cool to 50°C.
- 6
Fold the meringue into the almond mixture, deflating slightly.
- 7
Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a round tip
- 8
Pipe 3.5 cm rounds spaced 2 cm apart on lined baking trays.
- 9
Tap trays to flatten and sprinkle with gold flakes.
- 10
Let dry for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
- 11
Preheat convection oven to 180°C (th. 6).
- 12
Bake for 12 minutes, opening the door twice briefly to release humidity.
- 13
Cool the macaron shells completely.
Prepare Mountain Lovage Juice
- 1
Blanch lovage leaves briefly in boiling water, then shock in ice water.
- 2
Heat mineral water with sugar to 60°C.
- 3
Blend the drained lovage leaves into the warm syrup until smooth.
Prepare Green Apple and Lovage Cream
- 1
Juice unpeeled green apples to get pulp and juice.
- 2
Melt white chocolate and cocoa butter at 45-50°C.
- 3
Bring apple purée and lemon juice to a boil.
- 4
Gradually emulsify the hot apple mixture into the melted chocolate.
- 5
Heat lovage juice to 40°C and add to the apple cream, blending until smooth.
- 6
Pour into a shallow dish, cover with cling film touching the surface, and refrigerate for 6 hours until thick.
Prepare Apple Cubes
- 1
Cut apples into 5 mm cubes.
- 2
Toss with lemon juice and a pinch of Sarawak black pepper.
Assemble the Macarons
- 1
Fill a piping bag with the green apple-lovage cream.
- 2
Turn over half of the macaron shells.
- 3
Pipe cream onto the shells.
- 4
Press 3 apple cubes into the center and top with a little more cream.
- 5
Cover with the remaining shells and press gently.
- 6
Refrigerate assembled macarons for 24 hours.
- 7
Bring to room temperature 2 hours before serving.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 macaron
Calories 110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g6%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 5mg2%
Sodium 15mg1%
Total Carbohydrates 15g5%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 13g
Protein 2g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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