Homemade Almond Marzipan with Rose Water

What you need

• 250 g (9 oz) blanched almonds, finely ground
• 250 g (2 cups) icing sugar, sifted, plus extra for dusting
• 2 tbsp rose water, plus a few drops if needed
• 1/4 tsp almond extract, optional

Method

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1. 1

   Sift the icing sugar into a large bowl.

2. 2

   Add the ground almonds and stir until the mixture is one even color.

3. 3

   Sprinkle in the rose water and almond extract. Stir with a spoon until the crumbs start to clump.

4. 4

   Tip the mixture onto a surface dusted with icing sugar and press it together with your hands.

5. 5

   Knead for 3-5 min until the dough is smooth and holds together without cracks.

6. 6

   If the dough crumbles, work in a few drops of rose water. If it sticks, dust it with a little more icing sugar.

7. 7

   Shape the dough into a thick log and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap.

8. 8

   Chill for at least 1 hour so the dough firms up and the flavors settle.

9. 9

   Cut off pieces and roll them into balls, or press them into small molds. Keep covered in the fridge for up to 1 week.

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