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Five-Minute Marzipan

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Five-Minute Marzipan

Five-Minute Marzipan

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Equipment

  • Mixer (Handhoced Kitchen Mixer) - Ideal for blending ingredients smoothly, including almonds and sugar. Description: A versatile handheld kitchen mixer perfect for baking applications such as marzipan preparation.

  • Food Processor (High-Speed Food Processor with Pulse Function) - Capable of finely chopping nuts. Description: An essential tool for quickly processing almonds into a fine powder, which is a key ingredient in marzipan.

  • Digital Kitchen Scale - Ensures precise measurements for consistent results. Description: A digital kitchen scale allows you to measure the exact quantity of sugar and almond paste needed for marzipan recipes.

  • Silicone Spatula (Stainless Steel) - For mixing ingredients without damaging non-stick surfaces or pans. Description: Offers a versatile tool for folding, scraping bowls, and ensuring smooth almond paste consistency in marzipan preparation.

  • Marble Cutting Board (Large Size) - Provides a sturdy surface to knead the dough. Description: A large marble cutting board is perfect for mixing and shaping marzipan, keeping it cool while working with almond paste.

  • Piping Bag Set (Standard 12-Inch Piping Tube & Disposable Bags) - For decorating finished marzipan products. Description: A versatile set for piping marzipan onto baked goods or creating intricate designs on standalone pieces.

  • Cookie Cutter (Marzipan Shapes Set) - To create various shapes and figures in marzipan dough. Description: An assortment of cookie cutters shaped to suit different types of marzipan decorations, from simple stars to more complex designs.

  • Cooking Sheet (Silicone Baking Mat with Non-Stick Coating) - To prevent sticking while rolling out marzipan dough. Description: A non-stick silicone baking mat provides an easy surface for kneading and rolling marzipan without the need to flour or use parchment paper.

  • Airtight Storage Containers (Various Sizes) - For storing leftover almond paste and finished marzipan products. Description: A selection of airtight containers, including jars with lids and stackable bins, suitable for preserving homemade or store-bought marzipan.

  • Digital Candy Thermometer - For monitoring the temperature when cooking sugar mixtures that may be used in marzipan recipes. Description: Ensures accurate temperature control during processes like making almond syrup, which can enhance the flavor and texture of marzipan.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups (24 ounces/685 g) almond paste

  • sugar, plus extra if needed",

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Instructions

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Instruction 1

1. If using a stand mixer: Combine the almond paste, confectioners' sugar, and 1 tablespoon of the brandy in the mixing bowl. Mix on low speed until everything is completely incorporated and the dough is smooth and pliable, about 5 minutes.
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Instruction 2

If using your hands: Form the almond paste into a flat round on your work surface. Dust half of the confectioners' sugar over the round and begin kneading it into the paste, folding the paste over on itself repeatedly. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the brandy over the dough and knead it in. Once it's incorporated, dust the remainder of the sugar over the dough and knead until it's completely incorporated.
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Instruction 3

2. The dough should be uniform and pliable. If it's dry, add a few more drops of flavoring (or warm water) and knead until it's at the desired consistency; if it's sticky, a little more confectioners' sugar.
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Instruction 4

Store marzipan, wrapped very well in plastic wrap, in the refrigerator for at least 3 months.
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