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Ethereal Marzipan Clouds

Find the perfect vegetarian and vegan German dessert recipe with this Ethereal Marzipan Clouds dish, inspired by Bavarian traditions. Enjoy a light and fluffy treat that is both easy to prepare and delicious to savor.

🕒 Prep: 20 minutes - Cook: 18 minutes - Total: 38 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: German

Allergens

Tree Nuts (Almonds)

Ingredients

  • 200g almond meal
  • 150g powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg white
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond meal and powdered sugar.
  2. Add the egg white, almond extract, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
  3. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
  4. On a parchment lined baking sheet, place the dough balls approximately 2 inches apart.
  5. Bake in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 18 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
  7. Once completely cooled, dust with powdered sugar to taste.

Chef’s Insight

Traditional Bavarian marzipan is known to be denser, but this recipe uses whipped egg whites to create a light, cloud-like texture that melts in your mouth.

Notes

This dessert is best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week.

Cultural or Historical Background

Marzipan has been a popular confectionery in Germany since the Middle Ages, with the first recorded use of almond meal and sugar dating back to the 13th century.