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Marzipan Cookies

Easy Marzipan Cookies

These delightful cookies are simple to make, combining the buttery richness of shortbread with the delicate almond flavor of marzipan. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookie, Dessert
Cuisine: American, European
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 3 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Marzipan finely chopped
  • Optional Coarse Sugar for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Fork

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the chopped marzipan until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Place them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Gently flatten each ball slightly with a fork or your hand. Sprinkle with coarse sugar, if desired.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a richer almond flavor, use almond extract in addition to or in place of vanilla extract. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.