Innovative "Macaron Fries" conquer sweet-toothed men and women alike—these ultra-popular limited-order desserts are in high demand!

▲ Macaron Fries look like savory French fries, but you’ll be surprised to find they’re actually a dessert—super eye-catching. (Photo / Reposted fromHERSTON French Pastry StudioFan page, same below.)

By Wang Junyuan / Reporting

Whenever macarons are mentioned, sweet-loving men and women can't help but smile. Seizing this business opportunity, some vendors have added endless creativity by transforming the round macarons into "Macaron Fries" that look like French fries—not only breaking the conventional mold but also sparking a buzz and successfully building a large fan base.

The idea for "Macaron Fries" came about because the owner is a huge french fry enthusiast. A sudden flash of inspiration led them to use their favorite fries as a shape reference, trying to make macarons into long strips. The golden color further enhances the resemblance, and once launched, they became an instant hit, turning into a super popular item on the menu.

▲ When Macaron Fries are dipped in sauces, their layered flavors melt the hearts of netizens.

To present the classic combo of fries and ketchup, HERSTON French Pastry also created three exclusive sauces: raspberry jam, lime cream sauce, and passionfruit cream sauce. Customers can enjoy their Macaron Fries with these dips, elevating the explosive new combination to a whole new level of deliciousness while providing both visual and taste enjoyment.

▲ Macaron Fries take a lot of time and effort to make, but to meet fans’ expectations, the owner always puts in tireless effort. Each month, posts are made online, and within a short time, they’re sold out completely.

The Macaron Fries, which have sparked a heated online discussion, are the result of hard work by the vendors. Compared to regular macarons, Macaron Fries require more filling and even more focus to maintain their long, strip-like shape. Whether in terms of ingredients or time cost, they far exceed circular macarons. All this effort is to meet fans’ expectations.

The vendor also emphasized that due to staff shortages and the fact that Macaron Fries are not a main product, the chefs only make them when they have time. They may only appear two to three times a month on the fan page announcements and are not always available. So those who want to try them need a bit of luck—this also makes Macaron Fries extremely sought after, often selling out shortly after being posted.

▲ The special colors of the "BLUE Macaron Fries" and "PINK Macaron Fries" have drawn particular attention, often selling out shortly after going on sale.

In addition to the original version, there are currently two other limited-edition flavors: "BLUE Macaron Fries" and "PINK Macaron Fries." The BLUE Macaron Fries were inspired by how rainy weather can often bring gloom, so the color scheme of Turkish blue—symbolizing rain and melancholy—was chosen. This flavor is only made and sold on days when the weather forecast predicts rain.

Meanwhile, the "PINK Macaron Fries," launched for Qixi Valentine’s Day, are made by simmering large amounts of strawberries, redcurrants, and raspberries, resulting in a vivid pink exterior. Dipping PINK Macaron Fries in berry sauce gives a sweet-and-sour taste reminiscent of first love, leaving girls with unforgettable memories.

▲ Many netizens have exclaimed that Macaron Fries are simply too cute—they can’t bear to eat them.

When asked if new flavors of Macaron Fries will be added in the future, the owner said that Macaron Fries are a special item usually tied to holidays. In the future, there might be red-and-green Macaron Fries to represent the arrival and celebration of Christmas.

Remind the public that since HERSTON French Pastry is a studio, it only offers online ordering. If you want to try these super unique Macaron Fries, be sure to follow the fan page regularly so you don’t miss out!

HERSTON French Pastry
Location: No. 111, Wenzhong Street, Fengshan District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07 - 7777 - 117 / 0938 - 035 - 905
Business Hours: 12:00 – 20:00 (Closed on Sundays)