Macaroon (noun)

1. A small sweet cake made of ground almonds, coconut, or other nuts, often covered in chocolate or a glaze, and typically shaped in a round or oblong form.
2. A biscuit made of ground almonds, egg whites, and sugar, often used in desserts and other sweet dishes.

Origin:

The word macaroon comes from the italian maccherone or maccheroni, which is derived from the latin macaronius, meaning 'made of dough or paste'.

Examples:

1. She ordered a macaroon from the famous patisserie in Paris.
2. The macaroons were arranged beautifully on a platter for the tea party.
3. The macaroon was chewy and had a strong almond flavor.
4. I prefer my macaroons with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar.
5. The macaroon recipe was passed down from her grandmother.