Whisper of Paris: Hazelnut Macarons with Praline Buttercream & Chocolate Ganache

As a sweet surprise to close this week’s French dinner, I’ve created Hazelnut Macarons with Praline Buttercream and Chocolate Ganache — a small, decadent nod to the art of Parisian patisserie.

Each delicate shell is made with finely ground hazelnuts, baked to a tender crisp that gives way to a soft, chewy center. They’re filled with a silky praline buttercream, rich with caramelized hazelnut flavor, and a ribbon of smooth dark chocolate ganache for depth and balance.

Together, they capture that unmistakable French balance of refinement and indulgence — crisp and creamy, nutty and bittersweet, elegant yet deeply comforting. Served as a quiet finale, these macarons offer a moment of sweetness and grace — a whisper of Paris to end the evening.