Food Processor Almond Paste
Discover how effortless it is to make homemade almond paste with this simple, 10-minute recipe that puts your food processor to work! Crafted from blanched almonds, powdered sugar, and enhanced with the rich flavors of almond and vanilla extracts, this creamy and versatile paste is a game-changer for all your baking needs. The addition of unsalted butter and a touch of egg white ensures a perfectly smooth texture that's easy to shape and customize for cakes, cookies, and pastries. With no cooking required, this DIY almond paste is fresher, more flavorful, and cost-effective compared to store-bought options. Store it in the fridge or freezer for your next sweet creation! Whether you're making marzipan, frangipane, or simply elevating a dessert, this recipe will quickly become your go-to.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams blanched almonds
- 200 grams powdered sugar
- 15 grams unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg white
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Add the blanched almonds to the food processor. Pulse several times until the almonds are finely ground, but be careful not to over-process to prevent them from releasing oil.
Add the powdered sugar and pulse again until evenly combined with the ground almonds.
Add the unsalted butter, almond extract, vanilla extract, egg white, and a pinch of salt to the food processor.
Process the mixture in short bursts, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed, until it forms a smooth and cohesive paste.
If the paste is too sticky to handle, lightly dust your hands with powdered sugar when working with it.
Transfer the almond paste to a clean work surface, shaping it into a log or disc, depending on your intended use.
Wrap the almond paste tightly in plastic wrap and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2071 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.0 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 202 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.1 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.6 g | ||
| Protein | 46.5 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 544 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1499 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
