Scandinavian Style Almond Paste
Discover the delicious simplicity of Scandinavian Style Almond Paste, a versatile and homemade confection that's perfect for your baking adventures. This quick, 15-minute recipe combines finely ground blanched almonds, powdered sugar, and a hint of almond extract for a rich, nutty flavor. A touch of frothy egg white binds the ingredients into a smooth, slightly sticky paste, while a pinch of salt enhances the sweetness. Whether you're crafting marzipan, filling pastries, or elevating your holiday desserts, this customizable almond paste is a must-have staple. Store it easily in the fridge or freezer, ready to bring authentic Nordic-inspired flavor to any creation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Blanched almonds
- 200 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 large Egg white
- 0.5 teaspoons Almond extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Add the blanched almonds to a food processor and pulse them until finely ground into a powdery consistency. Be careful not to over-process, as this may release the oils and turn the almonds into a paste too soon.
Add the powdered sugar, almond extract, and salt to the ground almonds in the food processor.
Briefly pulse the mixture a few times to combine the dry ingredients evenly.
Lightly whisk the egg white in a small bowl until slightly frothy but not stiff, then slowly add it to the processor while running it on low speed.
Continue pulsing until the mixture forms a cohesive, smooth, and slightly sticky almond paste. If it is too dry, add a few drops of water (1-2 drops at a time) and process again, but avoid making the paste too wet.
Form the almond paste into a log or ball, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Use as desired in recipes or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1944 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.0 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 199 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.4 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.0 g | ||
| Protein | 46.4 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 540 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1486 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.
