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    Home » Family Friendly Recipes » Party Food » Quick and Easy Ladybug Macarons

    Quick and Easy Ladybug Macarons

    Jun 9, 2020 · Leave a Comment

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    This 'cheats recipe' for cute ladybug macarons makes a quick and easy party treat or a really fun edible craft project for kids!

    Cute and easy ladybug macarons - transform ready made macarons into fun party food with this easy step by step tutorial

    My six year old absolutely loved bugs of every type, and thanks to the amazing weather we've had, has spent a good proportion of the last few months hunting for them in our garden. I sense a possible career in entomology in his future!

    Whilst his absolute favourite bug at the moment is a woodlouse, ladybugs (or ladybirds as we call them here in the UK) come a very close second, so this fun food tutorial for ladybug macarons was a big hit with him! 

    Super cute ladybird macarons - easy cheats party food recipe idea for kids

    Before you run scared at the idea of making macarons from scratch, fear not, this is a complete cheats ‘recipe’ – we simply decorated ready-made macarons from the supermarket to make a super fun treat in just a few minutes! 

    How to decorate cute ladybug macarons - Step 5 repeat with the remaining macarons

    If you are a better baker than I, you can of course make your own macarons – you’ll find links to several great recipes further down this post. When time is short though (and let’s face it, when you've got kids to entertain, time is ALWAYS short!), there’s nothing wrong with making life easier for yourself with a quick shortcut like this.

    How to make quick and easy ladybug macarons - easy idea to decorate ready-made macarons for a quick party treat for kids

    Cute and Easy Ladybug Macarons

    Ingredients (makes 6):

    • 6 macarons in colours of your choice
    • 1 black edible marker pen
    • small tube of writing icing
    • 12 edible candy eyeballs

    Method: 

    Using a black edible marker pen, draw and colour in a semi-circle for the head on the top of one of the macarons.  Be careful to draw and colour lightly so that you don’t go through the delicate macaron crust.

    How to decorate cute ladybug macarons - Step 1 draw on the head with edible marker pen

    Next, draw a line down from the head, curved out on both sides for the wings. Carefully colour in as before.

    How to decorate cute ladybug macarons - Step 2 draw on the wings with edible marker pen

    Decorate the wings of your ladybug with a symmetrical pattern of black dots.

    How to decorate cute ladybug macarons - Step 3 add dots with edible marker pen

    Using the writing icing as ‘glue’, stick on two edible candy eyes.

    How to decorate cute ladybug macaro

    Repeat with the remaining macarons, then place them all on a plate or platter to serve.

    Enjoy!

    How to make cute ladybug macarons - easy cheats recipe for ladybird themed kids party food

    As I mentioned above, if you’re feeling brave and want to try your hand at making your own macarons, I’ve sourced some delicious macaron recipes for you – just click on the links below to be taken to the recipes:

    Easy Macarons from A Mummy Too

    Macarons with Chocolate Rose Ganache from Baking Queen 74

    Illustrated guide to making macarons from Emily’s Recipes and Reviews

    Vegan Macarons from Supergolden Bakes

    If you enjoyed this fun idea, why not try our bee macarons too, for an alternative creepy crawly design that goes perfectly with the ladybugs for a fun garden themed party or ugly bug ball! 

    How to decorate macarons to turn them into bugs - with cute bee and ladybug designs

    Or why not try some of these other fun ladybug themed recipes: 

    Watermelon Ladybugs

    How to make cute watermelon ladybugs - this fun food idea for kids is perfect for summer party food and snacks

    Ladybug Cupcakes

    How to make fun and easy ladybird cupcakes - perfect for ladybug party food or Valetines Day baking with kids

    Cheese ladybugs

    Super cute mini side salad for kids - garden themed salad recipe with veggie flowers and cheese ladybugs

    Apple Bugs

    Valentines love bugs tutorial with video - fun food for kids from Eats Amazing UK

    Or for more fun food ideas and tutorials like this one, check out the Fun Food for Kids section here on the Eats Amazing blog or follow my Fun Food Ideas for Kids Pinterest boards for loads more ideas from all over the web.

    Grace

    Disclosure: This post contains some Amazon affiliate links; I may receive commission on items purchased through the links.

    How to decorate cute ladybug macarons - Step 5 repeat with the remaining macarons
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    Cute and Easy Ladybug Macarons

    This 'cheats recipe' for cute ladybug macarons makes a quick and easy party treat or a great edible craft for kids!
    Prep Time8 mins
    Total Time8 mins
    Course: Dessert, Party Food
    Cuisine: French, Gluten-Free
    Servings: 6 macarons
    Author: Grace Hall

    Ingredients

    • 6 macarons in colours of your choice
    • 1 black edible marker pen
    • small tube of writing icing
    • 12 edible candy eyeballs

    Instructions

    • Using a black edible marker pen, draw and colour in a semi-circle for the head on the top of one of the macarons.  Be careful to draw and colour lightly so that you don’t go through the delicate macaron crust.
    • Next, draw a line down from the head, curved out on both sides for the wings. Carefully colour in as before.
    • Decorate the wings of your ladybug with a symmetrical pattern of black dots.
    • Using the writing icing as ‘glue’, stick on two edible candy eyes.
    • Repeat with the remaining macarons, then place them all on a plate or platter to serve.

    Love this fun food idea? Why not save this post to Pinterest so you can easily find it again! 

    How to make cute ladybug macarons - quick and easy cheats recipe idea that is perfect for party food for kids

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