Recipe of Marzipan
Marzipan is a sweet treat whose main ingredients are almonds, sugar and eggs. Traditionally, this almond paste was used to coat cakes, long before the existence of fondant; today its recipe survives because of the beauty of its art, since this dough is usually modeled in the form of small fruits that are given away for Christmas; however, it is not necessary to wait until Christmas to make them. Today we show you how to make marzipan easily and quickly
.Recipe Summary
Preparation
60 min
Cooking
15 min
Servings
10
Difficulty
Easy
Category
Cakes and Pies
Ingredients
- 300 g of ground almonds
- 300 g of icing sugar
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon of a strong liqueur, it can be brandy
- 2 pasteurized egg whites
- Extra ground almonds and icing sugar for kneading.
Join me and let's see how to make Marzipan
Instructions:
- Combine ground almonds with powdered sugar.
- Mix the egg whites with the lemon juice and alcohol.
- Integrate liquids and dry ones by hand.
- You can use more powdered sugar so that the dough doesn't stick to your fingers or the counter.
- The dough can be used and eaten immediately or baked at 180º C for 10 to 15 minutes or until the marzipan is browned.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Marzipan and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Marzipan to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 60 minutes and the cooking time is 15 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 10 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Related recipes
Recipes Categories
Recipes of Appetizer
Recipes of Beans
Recipes of Breads and pastries
Recipes of Cakes
Recipes of Cakes and Pies
Recipes of Cheeses
Recipes of Chicken
Recipes of Chiles - Aji
Recipes of Cookies
Recipes of Corn
Recipes of Creams
Recipes of Desserts
Recipes of Drinks
Recipes of Eggplants
Recipes of Eggs
Recipes of Empanadas
Recipes of Fish
Recipes of Guatitas
Recipes of Healthy
Recipes of Jams and Sweets
Recipes of Lasagnas
Recipes of Legumes
Recipes of Meat
Recipes of Non-alcoholic drinks
Recipes of Pasta - Noodles
Recipes of Pizzas
Recipes of Potatoes
Recipes of Puddings
Recipes of Pumpkin
Recipes of Puree
Recipes of Rice
Recipes of Salads
Recipes of Sandwiches
Recipes of Sauces
Recipes of Seafood
Recipes of Shakes
Recipes of Soups
Recipes of Teas and Coffees
