Hi everyone! I'm on the fence about leaving a favor for our guests, since I know a lot of the time they get forgotten and left behind. If we do a favor, we want it to be edible so at least it won't go to waste and somehow they'll get eaten (rather than a coozie, chapstick, etc. that might not get used). I also think something handmade is more special. I'm an amateur baker and everyone knows it's my passion, so I thought French macarons (not the coconut ones!) would be appropriate! I had the idea to give each guest a cute little clear box (tied with a bow and tag "thanks for joining us" or something) with 2-3 macarons each - which would be made from scratch by me.
Am I crazy to think I can make 2-3 macarons per guest?? We're inviting around 100 people. I would definitely make them weeks in advance and freeze them until we need to assemble the boxes. Baking them and assembling them is right up my alley - I love doing that kind of stuff and wouldn't mind the time-consuming part of it as long as I plan appropriately.
Just wanted to get your feedback if it's worth the effort and cost. Almond flour is expensive - I should probably figure out how much I would need and what the cost would be. Perhaps a local baker would be able to make them for less. Now I'm just talking out loud haha but I would love to hear what you think!!
