Marzipan Cookies

Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Marzipan Cookies
180 min.
4
790kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Marzipan Cookies, a perfect dairy-free treat that will impress your family and friends. With a rich almond flavor and a beautiful presentation, these cookies are not just a dessert; they are a celebration of creativity and taste. The process of making these cookies is as enjoyable as eating them, allowing you to unleash your inner artist as you tint and shape the dough into charming designs.

Ready in just 180 minutes, these cookies are ideal for special occasions or simply to brighten up your day. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch, followed by a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture that is sure to leave you craving more. With a caloric content of 790 kcal for four servings, they are a delightful indulgence that can be shared with loved ones or savored all by yourself.

Whether you're hosting a gathering or looking for a fun baking project, Marzipan Cookies are a fantastic choice. The vibrant colors and unique shapes make them a visually appealing addition to any dessert table. Plus, the simple ingredients and straightforward instructions ensure that even novice bakers can create these stunning treats with ease. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress with these charming Marzipan Cookies!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • cup butter softened
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose gold medal®
  • servings purple gel food coloring 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Mix butter and sugar in large bowl. Stir in flour and almond extract until mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Divide into 3 equal parts. Tint and shape dough as directed below.
  2. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat oven to 300ºF.
  4. Bake about 30 minutes or until set but not brown.
  5. Mix red food color into part of dough. Shape into small balls, then into heart shapes, about 3/4 inch high. Prick with blunt end of toothpick for texture.
  6. Roll in red sugar. Insert small piece of green-colored toothpick or green dough into top for stem.

Nutrition Facts

Calories790kcal
Protein4.33%
Fat52.78%
Carbs42.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.27
Glycemic Load
60.58
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.378260738824%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:790.1kcal
39.5%
Fat:46.53g
71.58%
Saturated Fat:9.6g
59.99%
Carbohydrates:85.09g
28.36%
Net Carbohydrates:82.98g
30.18%
Sugar:25.22g
28.03%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:537.01mg
23.35%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.14%
100%
Protein:8.58g
17.16%
Vitamin B1:0.62mg
41.27%
Vitamin A:2029.95IU
40.6%
Selenium:26.63µg
38.05%
Folate:143.54µg
35.88%
Manganese:0.54mg
26.75%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.24%
Vitamin B3:4.63mg
23.14%
Iron:3.64mg
20.21%
Vitamin E:1.81mg
12.04%
Phosphorus:97.46mg
9.75%
Fiber:2.11g
8.44%
Copper:0.11mg
5.73%
Magnesium:18.95mg
4.74%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.9%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.67%
Potassium:108.67mg
3.1%
Calcium:29.05mg
2.9%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.98%