Macaron Test Results

The results are in and making french macarons with fresh egg whites does work but using aged egg whites is still best.

The feet of the macarons with the fresh eggs didn't rise straight up but instead spread out a bit.

And, the tops of the macarons didn't have the matte look I prefer. They look a bit shiny.


In terms of taste they are the same. So in a pinch you can do it but aged egg whites are preferable.

The feet of these macarons made with fresh egg whites spread out a bit and the tops look shiny.

These coffee macarons were made with aged egg whites and have the look I prefer — feet that rise straight up and matte tops.