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DIY Almond Paste Recipe by PJ Hamel 53 Reviews 4.9 out of 5 stars

You can find packaged almond paste in the baking aisle at most grocery stores. But with some almond flour and a few other pantry staples, do-it-yourself (DIY) almond paste is just 5 minutes away. Follow the simple steps below, and you'll quickly decide you never need to buy almond paste again!

Prep 5 mins Total 5 mins Yield about 1 1/2 cups (375g) Print Share

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Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups (168g) King Arthur Almond Flour
• 1 1/2 cups (170g) confectioners' sugar
• 1 large egg white
• 1/8 teaspoon table salt
• 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract, to taste

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Instructions

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1. Combine the almond flour and confectioners' sugar in the work bowl of a food processor or in the bowl of a stand mixer. Process or mix to blend briefly, just to combine.

2. Add the egg white, salt, and almond extract, processing or mixing until the mixture comes together and forms a malleable ball.

3. Remove the almond paste from the processor or mixer, scraping any residue from the sides of the bowl.

4. Shape the paste into a log or round. Double wrap it in plastic and refrigerate until ready to use.

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5. Store almond paste, tightly wrapped, for up to 1 month in the refrigerator, or up to 3 months in the freezer.

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