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Homemade Almond Paste

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October  9, 2014
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  • Makes 1 1/2 cups
Author Notes

I've never been a big fan of commercial Almond Paste but when I found this recipe for home made, my whole coffee cake world opened before my eyes. This really is a lot different than that stuff that comes in a plastic roll. —ChefJune

What You'll Need
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups cold water
  • 1 cup blanched almonds
  • 1/2 cup organic cane sugar (superfine it by buzzing it in your food processor for a few seconds)
  • 1 large egg white
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure almond extract
Directions
  1. In a small (1 quart) saucepan, bring the water quickly to a boil. Add the almonds. Lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 8 minutes. Drain and cool for 15 minutes.
  2. 2. In your food processor fitted with the metal blade, process the almonds and sugar until smooth (about 1 1/2 minutes) stopping frequently to scrape the sides of the bowl. Add the egg white and butter and process for one more minute. Refrigerate until needed.
  3. Teacher’s Tip: Well wrapped, this Almond Paste will keep in your refrigerator for up to a month.

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1 Review

plainhomecook October 12, 2014
Thanks ChefJune! I don't care for commercial paste either--this looks easy and very tasty.
 

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