almond paste substitutes

3 substitutes · avg score 5.0 · Sweetened, smooth paste of finely ground blanched almonds, sugar, and a small amount of binder, with a marzipan-like flavor. Used in pastries, frangipane, cookies, and confections for its rich nutty taste and soft texture.

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01

Almond Butter

7.5
1 cup : 3/4 cup

Thin with oil and blend smooth; sweeter and looser than paste, reduce sugar in recipe slightly

02

Almonds

5.0
1 3/4 cup : 1 1/3 cup

Grind blanched almonds fine with sugar to form paste; process carefully or oils will separate into butter

03

Vanilla Extract

2.5
1 tsp : 1/2 tsp

Few drops add fragrance but no body; pair with marzipan or almond extract for almond-paste depth

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