Whether you call them macaroons or macarons, this video shows you how to make them in four different flavours - lemon, chocolate, strawberry and pistachio. Make an edible rainbow of French macaroons from just one base recipe, or choose your favourite and make just one flavour - it's up to you! br br Making macarons is definitely not as hard as it might seem. This recipe for macarons and filling is great for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. The buttercream filling is a breeze, and again - one base recipe for the filling is used to make four different flavours to complement each macaron.