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3 Ingredient Marzipan Easter Eggs

This 3 ingredient, no-cook, no fuss almond marzipan is a definite winner. These marzipan Easter sweets are a treat to the eyes and taste so delightful. I’m sure if you add these to your dessert table this Easter, they will truly make a statement!



Option One


Ingredients


  • 200 grams Almond Flour

  • 100 grams Icing Sugar/Confectioners sugar, sieved

  • 1 drop Pure Almond Extract

  • Water as required to make a dough (1 tsp at a time)


Method


  1. In a bowl add the almond flour and icing sugar/confectioners sugar.  Give it a whisk till well combined.

  2. Add a drop of pure almond extract to the mix and begin to add the water one teaspoon at a time and knead it till you get a smooth dough.


Option 2


Ingredients


  • 200 grams Whole Almonds 

  • 100 grams Icing Sugar/Confectioners Sugar, sieved

  • 1 drop Pure Almond Extract

  • Water as required to make a dough (1 tsp at a time)


Method


  1. In a pot bring some water to a boil.  

  2. Place the almonds in a bowl and pour in the hot water. Allow the almonds to soak in the hot water for about 15 minutes.

  3.  Remove the skin of the almonds and pat dry them. Place them on a plate or any dry surface and leave them aside to dry for about 15 minutes. 

  4. In a mixer, toss in the dried almonds and grind to a fine powder.

  5. Strain the almond flour through a sieve to remove any almond bits that may be left behind.

  6. To make the marzipan, follow the process under method 1


Royal Icing Recipe


Ingredients


  • 1 Large Egg White 

  • 200 grams Icing/Confectioners Sugar 

  • 1 drop Lemon/Lime juice


Method


  1. In a medium-size bowl add the egg white and beat the egg white till it breaks down and turns frothy about 1 minute using a hand mixer.

  2. With the mixer on low speed, start adding spoonfuls of icing/confectioners sugar to the beaten egg white. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl to pick up any dry icing sugar.

  3. Add the lemon juice for a hint of flavour and a nice shine.

  4. Once all the ingredients are fully incorporated, increase the speed to medium-high and beat until stiff shiny peaks form.

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