Crochet Macaron Pattern: A Step-by-Step Amigurumi Tutorial

These crochet macarons turn a classic sweet treat into a small, colorful amigurumi project. This design features two rounded crochet shells with a soft cream-colored filling and ruffled edges that give the center the look of a macaron foot.

The pattern is worked in separate pieces and finished by assembling the filling between the two shells. The finished size is approximate and will vary depending on yarn, hook size, tension, stuffing, and individual technique.

Project Overview

What You’ll Make

This crochet macaron is made from three main components:

1 top shell
1 bottom shell
1 cream-colored filling disc with two ruffled edges

The two shell pieces are crocheted in the same main color and lightly stuffed. The filling remains unstuffed and is positioned between the shells during assembly.

Project Details

Technique: Crochet amigurumi
Yarn: DK/light worsted-weight yarn
Hook: 3.0 mm crochet hook
Shell color: Your choice
Filling color: Cream or off-white
Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
Approximate finished size: 2.75–3.25 inches (7–8.25 cm) across

The finished size is approximate and can change with yarn choice, hook size, crochet tension, stuffing, and individual technique.

The pattern has been mathematically reviewed and constructionally checked, but it has not been physically crocheted and tested yet.

Materials & Tools

Yarn

DK/light worsted-weight yarn in your chosen macaron shell color
Cream or off-white yarn for the filling

Tools

3.0 mm crochet hook
Polyester fiberfill
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker
Scissors

Abbreviations

This pattern uses standard US crochet terminology.

Abbreviation	Meaning
MR	Magic ring
sc	Single crochet
inc	Increase — 2 sc in the same stitch
dec	Decrease — single crochet decrease
BLO	Back loop only
FLO	Front loop only
sl st	Slip stitch
FO	Fasten off
st/sts	Stitch/stitches

Before You Start

Work in Continuous Rounds

The shell and filling pieces are worked in rounds. Use a stitch marker to help identify the beginning of a round if needed.

Count Your Stitches

Keep track of the stitch count at the end of every round. The shaping depends on maintaining the stated number of stitches.

Stuff as You Go

The shell pieces should be lightly stuffed during the decrease section. Avoid overstuffing, since the macaron is meant to keep a rounded but slightly flattened shape.

The filling is not stuffed.

Keep the Ruffled Edges Free

When assembling the filling to the shells, sew through the structural edge of the filling rather than through the loose ruffled loops.

Construction Order

The project is assembled in this order:

Crochet both shell pieces.
Crochet the cream filling.
Attach the filling to the bottom shell.
Add the top shell.
Sew the layers together.
Finish and weave in the yarn ends.

Original Crochet Macaron Pattern

Top Shell — Make 1

Use the main macaron color.

Round 1

6 sc in MR. (6)

Round 2

6 inc. (12)

Round 3

(sc, inc) × 6. (18)

Round 4

(2 sc, inc) × 6. (24)

Round 5

(3 sc, inc) × 6. (30)

Round 6

(4 sc, inc) × 6. (36)

Round 7

36 sc. (36)

Round 8

36 sc. (36)

Round 9

36 sc in BLO. (36)

Add a light amount of stuffing before continuing with the decrease rounds.

Round 10

(4 sc, dec) × 6. (30)

Round 11

(3 sc, dec) × 6. (24)

Round 12

(2 sc, dec) × 6. (18)

Round 13

(sc, dec) × 6. (12)

Add the remaining stuffing gradually. Keep the shell moderately stuffed so it does not become too round.

Round 14

6 dec. (6)

Fasten off, leaving a long yarn tail. Pull the opening closed and weave the end securely inside the shell.

Bottom Shell — Make 1

Make a second shell using the same color and the exact same instructions as the top shell.

You should now have two matching shell pieces.

Filling Disc — Make 1

Use cream or off-white yarn.

Round 1

6 sc in MR. (6)

Round 2

6 inc. (12)

Round 3

(sc, inc) × 6. (18)

Round 4

(2 sc, inc) × 6. (24)

Round 5

(3 sc, inc) × 6. (30)

Round 6

(4 sc, inc) × 6. (36)

Round 7

36 sc. (36)

Do not stuff the filling.

Upper Ruffled Edge

Work into the front loops of Round 7.

Round 8

(sl st, sc, 2 sc) × 12. (48)

Fasten off and secure the yarn.

Lower Ruffled Edge

Turn the filling so the opposite side of Round 7 is facing you.

Join the cream yarn into an unused back loop of Round 7.

Round 9

(sl st, sc, 2 sc) × 12. (48)

Fasten off and weave in the end.

The filling is now ready for assembly.

Assembly

Step 1: Prepare the Bottom Shell

Place the bottom shell with its shell ridge facing upward.

Step 2: Position the Filling

Center the cream filling over the shell.

The structural edge of the filling has 36 stitches, matching the 36-stitch shell perimeter.

Keep the ruffled loops free rather than sewing through them.

Step 3: Attach the Filling

Using the cream yarn tail, sew the structural edge of the filling to the bottom shell.

Work around the circumference while keeping the filling centered.

Step 4: Add the Top Shell

Place the second shell over the filling with its ridge facing the cream layer.

Align the shell edge with the opposite side of the filling’s structural 36-stitch edge.

Step 5: Sew the Top Shell

Sew around the circumference to secure the top shell.

As you work, compare the two sides and adjust the positioning before completing the seam so the macaron stays centered and symmetrical.

Step 6: Finish the Macaron

Fasten off securely and weave all remaining yarn tails into the project.

Finishing

Check the finished macaron for:

A centered filling layer
Even shell alignment
No visible gaps
No exposed stuffing
Free, visible ruffled edges
A rounded but slightly flattened shape

Helpful Tips

Keep the Shells Lightly Stuffed

Add stuffing gradually during the decrease rounds. Too much stuffing can make the shell overly round and change the intended shape.

Watch Your Stitch Count

The shell increases progress from:

6 → 12 → 18 → 24 → 30 → 36

The decrease section then returns to:

36 → 30 → 24 → 18 → 12 → 6

Checking your count after each round can help prevent shaping problems.

Protect the Ruffled Edge

The cream ruffles should remain loose and visible. When sewing the filling to the shells, attach through the structural edge rather than catching the outer ruffle loops.

Keep the Filling Centered

Before finishing the final seam, check around the entire circumference. Small positioning adjustments are easier to make before the seam is completely closed.

Troubleshooting

My Macaron Looks Too Round

The shells may be overstuffed. Remove a little stuffing and reshape the piece so the shells remain rounded but slightly flattened.

The Filling Looks Uneven

Check that the 36-stitch structural edge is centered before sewing it to the shell. The ruffles should extend freely around the outside.

The Shells Do Not Line Up

Before completing the final seam, compare the shell edges around the entire circumference and reposition the top shell as needed.

I Lost My Stitch Count

Return to the last round where the count was correct and carefully recount the stitches before continuing. Keeping a stitch marker in place can make round tracking easier.

Customization Ideas

Changing the shell color is an easy way to create different crochet macaron variations.

Try combinations such as:

Pale pink with cream
Soft yellow with cream
Mint green with cream
Lavender with cream
Light blue with cream

You can also make several macarons in different shell colors while keeping the filling the same cream shade for a coordinated collection.

For stronger contrast, pair a darker shell color with a light filling.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the finished crochet macaron?

The finished macaron is approximately 2.75–3.25 inches (7–8.25 cm) across. The final size varies with yarn, hook size, tension, stuffing, and individual technique.

Is the filling stuffed?

No. The cream filling is made as a flat disc and finished with ruffled edges.

How do I keep the macaron from becoming too round?

Use moderate stuffing in the shell pieces and add it gradually during the decrease rounds. Overstuffing can push the shell outward and change the intended flatter shape.

Why does the ruffle have 48 stitches?

Each ruffle uses 12 repeats of a three-stitch group that produces four stitches.

That means:

12 × 3 = 36 stitches consumed

and

12 × 4 = 48 stitches produced

This creates the expanded ruffled edge while the structural center remains at 36 stitches.

Can I change the shell color?

Yes. The shell color can be changed to create different macaron variations while keeping the construction the same.

Care

Keep the finished crochet macaron away from excessive moisture and direct heat. For the best appearance, reshape it gently by hand if the shell becomes compressed during storage.

Final Thoughts

This crochet macaron combines simple circular shaping with a layered filling design to create a small, recognizable crochet treat. The two matching shells and ruffled cream center make the project easy to personalize with different color combinations.

Keep your stitch counts consistent, stuff the shells lightly, and take a moment to center the filling before closing the final seam.