Mazapan

A stack of round, creamy cheese blocks is artfully arranged on a dark plate against a black background. Crumbs and small nuts—reminiscent of mazapán—are scattered on the white surface and wooden base. A gray cloth is partially visible, enhancing the rustic presentation.

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Mazapan is a delicious and unique Mexican treat worth trying if you are a fan of sweet, nutty flavors. This candy brings me so many childhood memories; I still remember how finding a mazapan de la Rosa in the goodie bag or between the candy in the piñatas gave me so much joy.

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Calories: 188kcal

Ingredientes

1¼ cup peanuts
1 cup confecctioner's sugar
1 teaspoon peanut butter optional

Elaboración paso a paso

Start by grounding the peanuts in the food processor or a powerful blender such as a Vitamix. I like to pulse them instead of letting the machine run. If you process the peanuts for a very long time, they can become peanut butter, and we are looking for powdered peanuts.
Scrape the sides of the bowl from time to time. Then add the sugar and mix until you have a fine powdery texture that stays together when pressed between your fingers.
Add the peanut butter if needed.
Place on a flat surface a piece of parchment paper, about 4x4 in (8x8 cm), and on top, a round 2-in. (5 cm.) cookie cutter. Fill the round cookie cutter with the peanut mixture and press it firmly into the mold until fully compact using a spoon, tamper, or pestle.
Remove the cookie cutter slowly and help yourself with a spoon. Remember that the texture is crumbly and fragile.

Nutrition

Plato: Dessert

Cocina: Mexican

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan

Keyword: mazapan, mexican peanut candy, peanuts

Author: Alejandra Graf