Homemade Almond Paste

This homemade almond paste can be used on its own, to fill pastries and tarts, or added to frangipane.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 369 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 pound blanched almonds
• 1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
• 3 large egg whites

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Grind almonds in a blender. Mix confectioners' sugar into almonds until combined. Beat egg whites slightly in a separate bowl, then mix into almond mixture. Use your hands to blend in almond extract.

Step 2

Form paste into a log, wrap tightly in plastic, and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.