Estonian Marzipan

Recipe Description

Marzipan in English is almond paste; traditionally made with almonds, granulated sugar|sugar and egg whites, it has a very strong almond flavor; it is now sold ready-made; used in several pastries and desserts.

Ingredients

  • 150 g almonds
  • 1 egg white
  • 150 g powdered sugar

Directions

  1. Dry the almonds and then crush them as fine as possible.
  2. Combine the almonds with the egg white and mix into a uniform paste along with gradually adding the granulated sugar|sugar.
  3. Mix it until it attains a consistent elasticity.
  4. Form the dough into decorations for cakes or sweets.
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