Almond Paste
Why spend money on store-bought almond paste when you can make it fresh at home for a fraction of the cost - and, with a better-tasting result! The [KitchenAid® K400 Blender](https://yummly.app.link/riAWRIPkd1) is the perfect way to make this confectionary staple. EQUIPMENT: Uses [KitchenAid® K400 Blender](https://yummly.app.link/riAWRIPkd1), rubber spatula; plastic wrap
Ingredients
2 large egg whites (80g)
2 teaspoons (9g) almond extract
2 cups (220g) powdered sugar
2 cups (291g) whole blanched almonds
Step by step
Add the whole blanched almonds to your KitchenAid® K400 Blender and blend on speed 4 for 30 seconds. Uncover the blender and scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula. Add the powdered sugar, blend on speed 3 for 30 seconds. Uncover and scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula. Increase speed to 5 and blend again for 15 seconds.
Remove the lid cap and add the almond extract and egg whites. Blend on speed 5 for 40 seconds, scraping down sides with a rubber spatula as needed. Reduce speed to 2 and blend for 10 seconds.
Use a rubber spatula to remove paste from blender. Form into a log and wrap tightly with plastic wrap before storing in the refrigerator. (You can also freeze the almond paste to extend the shelf life.)
CHEF’S NOTES: If you decide to blanch the almonds yourself, be sure to dehydrate them completely before using in this recipe.