Marzipan

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Marzipan: A Sweet Treat with a History

Marzipan is a confection made primarily from almonds, sugar, and honey (or corn syrup). It’s been enjoyed for centuries, dating back to ancient Persia, and is known for its smooth, pliable texture and subtly sweet flavor. It’s fantastic for sculpting into intricate shapes, decorating cakes, or simply enjoying as a sweet treat. It has a unique, slightly nutty flavor that’s different from traditional marzipan.

Homemade Marzipan Recipe

This recipe makes about 1 pound (450g) of marzipan.

Ingredients:

• 300g (about 10 ounces) blanched almonds – Important: Use blanched almonds for the smoothest texture.
• 100g (about 3.5 ounces) Icing Sugar (Powdered Sugar)
• 50g (about 2 ounces) Honey or Corn Syrup (Honey adds a richer flavor)
• 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract (optional, but enhances the flavor)

Instructions:

1. Grind the Almonds: Place the blanched almonds in a food processor. Pulse until the almonds are finely ground. Be careful not to over-process, or you’ll end up with almond butter! Stop and scrape down the sides of the food processor several times to ensure even grinding.

2. Combine Ingredients: Transfer the ground almonds to a large bowl. Add the icing sugar and almond extract (if using).

3. Mix and Knead: Start mixing with a spoon. Then, turn the mixture out onto a lightly powdered surface (like a clean work surface dusted with icing sugar). Knead for 5-10 minutes, until the marzipan becomes smooth, pliable, and holds its shape well. If it’s too dry, add a tiny bit more honey (1/2 teaspoon at a time). If it’s too sticky, add a little more icing sugar.

4. Wrap and Rest: Wrap the marzipan tightly in plastic wrap to prevent it from drying out. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature. This allows the flavors to meld and the marzipan to become even more pliable.

Tips & Notes:

• Texture: The key to good marzipan is finely ground almonds.
• Storage: Store marzipan tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 1 week.
• Coloring: You can add a tiny amount of gel food coloring to tint the marzipan.

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