Janosch Marzipan Cookies
Treat yourself to the delicate sweetness of Janosch Marzipan Cookies, a melt-in-your-mouth delight perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion. Made with rich, almond-flavored marzipan and a buttery-soft dough, these cookies strike the perfect balance between chewy and tender. Hints of vanilla and a subtle dusting of powdered sugar (optional) elevate their flavor profile, while slivered almonds add a delightful crunch on top. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a short 12-minute bake, these elegant cookies come together effortlessly, making them ideal for gifting or a cozy tea-time treat. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or stored for later, these marzipan cookies are guaranteed to become a new favorite. Search-friendly terms: "marzipan cookies recipe," "easy holiday cookies," "buttery almond cookies."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Marzipan
- 100 grams Unsalted butter (softened)
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 piece Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 150 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 50 grams Slivered almonds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, crumble the marzipan into small pieces.
Add the softened butter and granulated sugar to the marzipan and beat with a hand mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the marzipan mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, portion the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking trays, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Optional: Lightly press a few slivered almonds onto the top of each cookie for added texture and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden. The centers should remain soft.
Remove the trays from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the trays for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Dust the cooled cookies lightly with powdered sugar before serving.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.4 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.1 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 404 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 1137 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 281.4 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 150.4 g | ||
| Protein | 41.3 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 897 mg | 19% | |
*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.
