Marzipan
Marzipan is a German almond paste used in pastries, cookies, candy and cake decorating.
Ingredients
- 120 ml (½ cup) water
- 335 g (1½ cup) granulated sugar
- 340 g (2 cups) blanched almonds
Directions
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid.
- Select Variable 1.
- Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 10, then to High.
- Blend for 2 minutes, using the tamper to press any ingredients into the blades.
- Pour onto a marble cutting board or baking pan to cool. Form into a 6-inch (15 cm) log, wrap in plastic wrap and store in refrigerator.
Notes
Use as a sweetening agent in pastries and cookies. Not recommended for molding.
Nutrition Information
Serving Size | 2 Tablespoons |
Amount Per Servings | |
Calories | 178 |
Total Fat | 9 g |
Saturated Fat | 1 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 5 mg |
Total Carbohydrate | 23 g |
Dietary Fiber | 2 g |
Sugars | 20 g |
Protein | 4 g |