Marzipan

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 The almond extract can be left out. I swapped it out for maple syrup. This icing is really easy to make and work with. My new go-to!


I used the marzipan to create the eggs and this slightly disturbing looking rabbit!

1¾ cups ground almonds
1 cup caster sugar
¼ cup honey
2 Tblsp water
1 tsp pure almond extract (optional)

Put the ground almonds into a food processor.

Put sugar, honey and water in a pot and melt the sugar.

Pour the hot sugar mix into the processor while it's spinning.
Add the extract or whatever flavour you choose.

Mix to a smooth, thick paste.

Lay a large piece of plastic wrap on the bench and pour the paste on to it. Wrap to a disk shape and leave it to firm up.
Once it's cool and firm you can shape and roll out as you wish.

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