Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups blanched almonds
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp almond extract
Special equipment needed:
- Food processor or blender
- Parchment paper
- Rolling pin
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Spread the blanched almonds on a baking sheet and roast them in the oven for 8-10 minutes or until they are lightly golden brown.
3. Remove the almonds from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
4. In a food processor or blender, grind the almonds until they are finely ground.
5. Add the powdered sugar to the ground almonds and pulse until well combined.
6. Add the water and almond extract and pulse until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
7. Place the almond sugar paste on a sheet of parchment paper and knead it for a few minutes until it becomes smooth and pliable.
8. Roll out the almond sugar paste to the desired thickness and shape.
9. Use the almond sugar paste to decorate cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- Makes about 2 cups of almond sugar paste
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 150 per 1/4 cup serving
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use other nuts like cashews or hazelnuts instead of almonds.
- You can use vanilla extract instead of almond extract.
Variations:
- Add food coloring to the almond sugar paste to create different colors.
- Add flavorings like cocoa powder or citrus zest to the almond sugar paste for different flavors.
Tips and tricks:
- If the almond sugar paste is too dry, add a little more water.
- If the almond sugar paste is too sticky, add a little more powdered sugar.
- Store the almond sugar paste in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Storage instructions:
- Store the almond sugar paste in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
- Almond sugar paste does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Use the almond sugar paste to decorate cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts.
Garnishes:
- You can garnish the almond sugar paste with fresh fruit or edible flowers.
Pairings:
- Almond sugar paste pairs well with chocolate desserts.
Suggested side dishes:
- Almond sugar paste is a dessert topping and does not require a side dish.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the almond sugar paste is too dry, add a little more water.
- If the almond sugar paste is too sticky, add a little more powdered sugar.
Food safety advice:
- Be sure to use blanched almonds to avoid any bitter taste from the skins.
Food history:
- Almond sugar paste is a traditional European dessert topping.
Flavor profiles:
- Almond sugar paste has a sweet, nutty flavor.
Serving suggestions:
- Use the almond sugar paste to decorate cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts.
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