Description
Delicious Almond Marzipan Crescrents for Christmas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8.8 oz. (250g) marzipan
- 1 cup (200g) sugar
- 2 medium egg whites
- 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
- 5.3 oz. (150g) almonds, sliced
- 3.5 oz. (100g) semi-sweet chocolate coating
Instructions
- Cut the marzipan into small pieces and add together with the sugar, egg whites, and flour into a large bowl. Mix until well combined. Place in the fridge for 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with baking parchment and set aside. Add the slivered almonds to a small bowl or small plate. Take a tablespoon of dough and roll with slightly wet hands to a short log. Roll in the sliced almonds until covered completely. Shape into a crescent and place on the baking sheet. Repeat until all dough is used. Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly browned. Take out of the oven and let cool down a bit on the baking sheet, then remove with the baking parchment .and place on a wire rack to cool down completely
- Melt the chocolate coating (either in the microwave or in a heatproof bowl over a pot with simmering water) and dip the ends of the crescents into the chocolate. Let dry on a wire rack or piece of baking parchment. Store in a box without any other cookies.
Notes
- Enjoy baking!