Brooke Coleman
@brosoulcol
Homemade Almond Paste with Whole Almonds
This homemade almond paste is a delightful blend of lightly toasted whole almonds and confectioners' sugar, perfect for baking or as a sweet treat. With a hint of almond extract, it adds a rich flavor to your desserts. Easy to make and store, this almond paste is a versatile ingredient for various recipes.
Details
- Cuisine:other
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:4
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Total time15 min.
- Servings12
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups
- 1 1/2 cups
- 1
- 1/4 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Homemade Almond Paste with Whole Almonds.
Step 1
To start, grab your food processor and toss in the lightly toasted whole almonds along with the confectioners' sugar.
Step 2
Pulse the mixture until it resembles a fine meal, but remember to pause occasionally to scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl.
Step 3
This step is crucial to ensure everything is evenly blended.
Step 4
Just a friendly reminder: be careful not to overprocess; you want a crumbly texture, not a paste.
Step 5
Next, gently add the lightly beaten egg white and a splash of almond extract to your almond mixture.
Step 6
Blend again until you notice it beginning to clump together.
Step 7
If it still feels too crumbly, don’t worry! Just add a few drops of egg white at a time until you reach that perfect consistency.
Step 8
Once your almond paste is ready, use a silicone spatula to scoop it out of the food processor.
Step 9
If you’re not using it right away, wrap it up in waxed paper and store it in an airtight container for a few hours.
Step 10
For longer storage, you can place the wrapped almond paste in a freezer bag and pop it in the freezer, where it will stay fresh for up to six months.
Step 11
Enjoy the delightful process of creating your own almond paste, perfect for all your baking adventures!.