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How to prepare the almond paste
Step 1
Start preparing the almond paste by cooking the almonds in a pan with boiling water for 3 minutes.
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Then drain them and dry them carefully with a cloth.
Step 2
Boiling is essential to easily remove the outer skin: just pinch the almond between your thumb and forefinger and it will come off easily.
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. So make sure they are dry; otherwise, put them in a hot oven at 100°C for a few minutes.
Step 3
At this point, blend the almonds in a food processor and blend them until you obtain a fine flour.
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. To prevent them from overheating and releasing oil, proceed at regular intervals, leaving a few seconds between each turn.
Step 4
In a saucepan, over medium heat, prepare a syrup with the water and sugar. Once the sugar has dissolved, add the vanilla extract and honey.
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Step 5
Then pour the almond flour into the syrup and mix well with a wooden spoon.
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Step 6
Transfer the mixture onto a surface and let it cool for a few minutes by spreading it out on a sheet of baking paper.
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