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Pistachio Marzipan

Kimberly Killebrew
Use it for making candies and chocolates, as a filling in pastries or a fondant for cakes, this delicious Pistachio Marzipan takes all of 5 minutes to make!
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5 from 12 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert, Ingredient
Cuisine All, Austrian, German, Italian
Servings 6
Calories 287 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (120 g) very fine almond meal
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) shelled unsalted roasted pistachios (can use raw if you don't have roasted)
  • 1 1/2 cups (180 g) powdered/confectioner's sugar
  • 2 teaspoons quality pure almond extract
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons rum extract , depending on desired flavor profile (if using this pistachio marzipan for Mozartkugeln use 2 teaspoons rum extract)
  • 1 egg white (can substitute liquid pasteurized egg whites ​or reconstituted powdered egg whites) (vegans: use egg substitute or 4+ tablespoons corn syrup, golden syrup, or other liquid sweetener)
  • natural green food coloring , optional (the mixture is a nice, natural green but if you prefer it a more vibrant green you can add 1-2 drops natural food coloring to it)

Instructions
 

  • Place the almond flour, pistachios, and powdered sugar in a food processor and pulse until combined and any lumps are broken up. Add the almond extract and rum extract and pulse to combine. Add the egg white and process until a thick dough is formed. If the mass is still too wet and sticky, add more powdered sugar and ground almonds. Keep in mind that it will become firmer after it's been refrigerated. If desired, add a drop or two of natural green food coloring.
    Turn the pistachio marzipan out onto a work surface and knead it a few times. Form it into a log, wrap it up in plastic wrap and refrigerate.
    Will keep for at least a month in the refrigerator or up to 6 months in the freezer. Bring to room temperature before using in any recipe.
    Makes 13-14 ounces of pistachio marzipan.

Nutrition

Serving: 2.5oz | Calories: 287kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 114mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 27IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 1mg
Keyword Pistachio Marzipan
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