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Walnut Marzipan Sandwich Cookies

Delicious Walnut Marzipan Sandwich Cookies to Satisfy Cravings

These Walnut Marzipan Sandwich Cookies combine rich marzipan with a chewy texture for a delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 2 cups Almond Flour Finely ground almond meal can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Best not to substitute as it impacts texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Opt for sea salt for a milder taste.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Avoid whole eggs as they alter consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Vanilla extract can be used for a different flavor.
  • 1 cup Walnuts Try different nuts like pecans for variety.
Marzipan Filling
  • 1 batch Homemade Marzipan Blend almond flour, powdered sugar, and egg white.
  • 1 teaspoon Rose Water Optional, can be omitted if unavailable.
Topping
  • 24 pieces Blanched Almonds Make them at home by soaking regular almonds.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food Processor
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice blanched almonds in half lengthwise and set aside.
  3. In a food processor, combine almond flour and powdered sugar until free of lumps.
  4. Add salt, egg whites, almond extract, and optional rose water to the processor and blend until you have a soft dough.
  5. Blend in additional powdered sugar and almond flour with one egg white to form the marzipan filling.
  6. Shape the marzipan dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  7. Press three almond halves onto each cookie ball as decoration.
  8. Whisk together the reserved egg yolk and splash of water, and lightly brush this mixture onto the cookies.
  9. Bake the cookies for 15 to 18 minutes until pale gold and slightly dry on top.
  10. Let the cookies cool on a rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Walnut Marzipan Sandwich Cookies are versatile; try different nuts or add flavors like lemon zest or cinnamon for a unique twist.

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