**Marzipankugeln: A Taste of Delectable German Marzipan Balls**
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Marzipankugeln, a traditional German confection that combines the essence of almonds, sugar, and spices into exquisite marzipan balls. These delectable treats are a true testament to the art of pastry-making, offering a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Our curated collection of recipes provides a step-by-step guide to crafting these artisanal marzipan balls, ensuring a successful and enjoyable baking experience. Whether you prefer the classic simplicity of Marzipankugeln rolled in cocoa powder or the vibrant burst of flavors from variations like Pistachio Marzipan Balls and Cranberry Marzipan Balls, this article has something for every marzipan enthusiast. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you with a delightful assortment of homemade Marzipankugeln to savor and share.
MARZIPAN TRUFFLES
Steps:
- Line a baking sheet (small enough to fit in the fridge) with wax paper.Chop the dark/milk chocolate into small pieces and place them in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the chocolate in 20-30 seconds at a time, stirring each time, until the chocolate is melted and smooth. If you like a slightly glossier chocolate coating, stir in the butter or coconut oil at this point.
- Dip the marzipan balls into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip off (you can use a dipping tool or tines of a fork) and then place them on the wax paper. Once all the marzipan balls are coated you can transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator where the chocolate will harden more quickly.
- Once the chocolate has hardened follow the same procedure to melt the white chocolate. Use a spoon to drizzle stripes of white chocolate over the chocolate covered marzipan. Return the truffles to the fridge to let the white chocolate harden.
- Makes about 20 truffles depending on size.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 truffle
GERMAN HOMEMADE MARZIPAN
It is super easy to make your own marzipan. This authentic German recipe is made without eggs and needs only 2 ingredients, whole almonds and confectioners' sugar. If you like, you can flavor it with almond extract or rose water. Use the marzipan within a week or two.
Provided by transatlantikkoch
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Time 10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place almonds in a heat-proof bowl and cover with boiling water. Let stand for a few minutes until cool enough to handle. Slip the almonds out of their skins one by one, leaving the remaining almonds in the warm water. Drain almonds in a colander.
- Place almonds and confectioners' sugar in the food processor fitted with a metal blade and process to a paste. Add cold water, 1/2 to 1 teaspoon at a time, if the paste is too dry. Scrape the sides a few times to ensure even processing. Add a few drops of almond extract towards the end of the process. Process marzipan until it is smooth and no longer grainy. Wrap in plastic wrap and store in a cool, dry place.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 0.3 mg, Sugar 13.8 g
GERMAN MEAT BALLS WITH BELL PEPPER SAUCE - HACKFLEISCH KUECHLE
These are "Hackfleisch Kuechle" translating roughly into Ground Beef Meat Balls... Its a great versatile dish that can be served with mashed potatoes rice or even french fries.. Left over meat balls are great cold, sliced in half in a Kaiser Roll!!!
Provided by sonnyu28
Categories Meatballs
Time 30m
Yield 6 meat balls, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Dice bell pepper and onion and set aside.
- Mix ground beef with egg, bread crumbs, mustard and 1/2 of your diced onions.
- form roughly 6 meatballs (each meat ball should fit into your cupped hand and roll in some bread crumbs and pad lightly on both sides to flatten them on 2 sides.
- Heat oil in a deep pan and brown meatballs harshly on both sides until nice dark and firm crust has formed (approximately 5 min on each side), take care to only turn them once
- Remove the meatballs from the pan an set aside.
- brown remainder of your onions together with the bell pepper in the left over oil/browning juices.
- Ad water in small steps to loosen all the browned particles from the pan to create a nice dark gravy. Finish the gravy with some cream and the tablespoon of gravy mix to thicken it.
- Place the meatballs back into the gravy and let all simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Serve with your choice of sides.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.9, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 85.8, Sodium 190.4, Carbohydrate 6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.1, Protein 16.4
Tips:
- To make the marzipan, start by blanching the almonds. This will remove the skins and make them easier to grind.
- When grinding the almonds, be sure to do it in a food processor or blender until they are very fine.
- If you don't have powdered sugar, you can make your own by grinding granulated sugar in a food processor or blender.
- When shaping the marzipan balls, be sure to roll them tightly so that they don't crack.
- If you want to make the marzipan balls even more festive, you can decorate them with sprinkles, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts.
Conclusion:
Marzipankugeln are a delicious and festive German treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you enjoy them plain or decorated, Marzipankugeln are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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