Description
Tender, chewy marzipan cookies with crisp edges and a rich almond flavor, perfect for holidays or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
- Marzipan
- Granulated sugar
- Egg white
- Almond extract
- All-purpose flour
- Powdered sugar, for rolling or dusting
- Sliced almonds (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Cut the marzipan into small pieces and place in a bowl.
- 3. Add granulated sugar, egg white, and almond extract, mixing until smooth.
- 4. Stir in flour just until a soft dough forms.
- 5. Roll dough into small balls and roll lightly in powdered sugar.
- 6. Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten.
- 7. Top with sliced almonds if using.
- 8. Bake until the edges are lightly golden.
- 9. Cool on the baking sheet briefly, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Do not overbake; the centers should remain soft.
- High-quality marzipan gives the best almond flavor.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: marzipan cookies, almond cookies, holiday baking, dessert