Macaroons are sweet confections made primarily from ground nuts, sugar, and egg whites. They are often chewy in texture and can be flavored with various ingredients, such as coconut or almond. The most common type is the coconut macaroon, which features shredded coconut mixed into the batter before baking. In contrast, French macarons are delicate sandwich cookies made from almond flour, sugar, and egg whites, filled with ganache, buttercream, or jam. While both treats share a similar name, they differ significantly in texture and preparation. Macaroons are typically denser, while macarons are light and airy.