Marzipan
Marzipan is a sweet paste made from ground almonds and sugar, often used in baking and candy making.
Ingredients - Serves 8
- Rose water - 1 tablespoon
- Almond extract - 1/2 teaspoon
- Egg white - 1
- Powdered sugar - 1 cup
- Almonds - 1 cup, blanched and peeled
Let's Get Started
- Place the almonds in a food processor and process until finely ground.
- Add the powdered sugar, egg white, almond extract, and rose water and process until a smooth paste forms.
- Turn the paste out onto a work surface dusted with powdered sugar and knead it a few times to bring it together.
- Wrap the marzipan in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before using.
- The marzipan can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Sugar: 15g