Description
These delightful Marzipan Cookies combine the rich, sweet flavor of marzipan with the crunchy texture of sliced almonds. Perfectly bite-sized and lightly golden, these cookies are an elegant treat for any occasion and easy to prepare in under 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Marzipan Dough
- 200 g marzipan raw paste
- 1 egg (only the egg white)
- 70 g powdered sugar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 100 g ground almonds (blanched)
Topping & Finishing
- 50 g sliced almonds (blanched)
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marzipan Mixture: Cut the marzipan into small cubes and place them in a mixing bowl. Separate the egg and add only the egg white to the bowl with the marzipan.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the powdered sugar and vanilla sugar to the bowl. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, blend all ingredients on the lowest speed until well combined. Then, briefly fold in the ground almonds to form a dough.
- Set Up for Shaping: Prepare a kitchen scale and a small bowl. Spread the sliced almonds flat on a plate and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for baking.
- Shape the Cookies: Scoop 25 g portions of the marzipan dough with spoons and weigh each portion to ensure consistency. Roll each portion into a ball using your hands, then coat each ball by rolling it firmly in the sliced almonds.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the almond-coated marzipan balls on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C (fan-forced) for 15–20 minutes, or until the cookies develop a light golden color.
- Cool and Finish: Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, dust the cookies evenly with a little powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Using only egg whites helps achieve a lighter texture in the cookies.
- Blanched almonds are recommended to avoid any bitterness from skins.
- Weighing each portion ensures uniform cookie size and even baking.
- Keep an eye on the cookies during baking to prevent over-browning.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
