Description
This 3 ingredient, no-cook, no fuss almond marzipan is a definite winner. These marzipan Easter sweets are a treat to the eyes and taste so delightful. I’m sure if you add these to your dessert table this Easter, they will truly make a statement!
Option One
Ingredients
- 200 grams Almond Flour
- 100 grams Icing Sugar/Confectioners sugar, sieved
- 1 drop Pure Almond Extract
- Water as required to make a dough (1 tsp at a time)
Method
- In a bowl add the almond flour and icing sugar/confectioners sugar. Give it a whisk till well combined.
- Add a drop of pure almond extract to the mix and begin to add the water one teaspoon at a time and knead it till you get a smooth dough.
Option 2
Ingredients
- 200 grams Whole Almonds
- 100 grams Icing Sugar/Confectioners Sugar, sieved
- 1 drop Pure Almond Extract
- Water as required to make a dough (1 tsp at a time)
Method
- In a pot bring some water to a boil.
- Place the almonds in a bowl and pour in the hot water. Allow the almonds to soak in the hot water for about 15 minutes.
- Remove the skin of the almonds and pat dry them. Place them on a plate or any dry surface and leave them aside to dry for about 15 minutes.
- In a mixer, toss in the dried almonds and grind to a fine powder.
- Strain the almond flour through a sieve to remove any almond bits that may be left behind.
- To make the marzipan, follow the process under method 1
Royal Icing Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Large Egg White
- 200 grams Icing/Confectioners Sugar
- 1 drop Lemon/Lime juice
Method
- In a medium-size bowl add the egg white and beat the egg white till it breaks down and turns frothy about 1 minute using a hand mixer.
- With the mixer on low speed, start adding spoonfuls of icing/confectioners sugar to the beaten egg white. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl to pick up any dry icing sugar.
- Add the lemon juice for a hint of flavour and a nice shine.
- Once all the ingredients are fully incorporated, increase the speed to medium-high and beat until stiff shiny peaks form.
