MARZIPAN SQUARES

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With rum-soaked cranberries in sweet homemade marzipan, these chewy bars are perfect for the holidays. Dust the cooled squares with confectioners' sugar for a pretty presentation.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 20

MARZIPAN:
1 cup blanched almonds
1 cup confectioners' sugar, divided
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon light corn syrup
1 tablespoon egg white
BATTER:
1/4 cup spiced rum or brandy
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup ground almonds
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • For marzipan, place almonds and 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Add the extract, corn syrup and remaining confectioners' sugar; cover and process for 1 minute. Add egg white; process until mixture forms a ball. Remove and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. , Meanwhile, in a microwave, heat rum on high until it begins to boil, about 30 seconds. Stir in cranberries; set aside. , In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Combine the flour, ground almonds, baking powder and salt. Stir into creamed mixture just until combined. Chop marzipan into 1/4-in. pieces; add marzipan, rum mixture and almonds to creamed mixture., Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

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Usman dogar
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I made these squares for a party and everyone loved them. They're the perfect finger food.


Bilal Sg
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These were so easy to make and they taste amazing! I'll definitely be making them again.


Lee Worboys
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These squares were a little too crumbly for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Alice Kemunto
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I've made these squares several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of sweet and tart.


Al Rafi
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These squares were the perfect addition to my holiday dessert table.


P K
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I'm not a big fan of marzipan, but these squares were surprisingly good. I might even make them again.


Mukisa Emmanuel
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I made these squares gluten-free by using almond flour instead of all-purpose flour. They turned out great!


DEBORAH ONDERI
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These squares were delicious! I especially loved the crispy edges.


Stanley Chibueze
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I've never made marzipan before, but these squares were so easy to make. I'm definitely going to try more marzipan recipes.


Dorcas Akponewhe
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These were a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Qasim Nawaz
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I made these squares for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Usman Ahmed
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I love the combination of almonds and cranberries in these squares. They're the perfect sweet treat.


Buhle Lhelhe
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These were so easy to make and they taste amazing! I'll definitely be making them again.


Vitan Chaudaro
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I followed the recipe exactly and the squares turned out too dry. I think I'll add a little more butter next time.


Nico Parker
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I've made these squares several times and they always turn out great. They're a perfect dessert for any occasion.


Mhiz Favour
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These were a hit at my holiday party. Everyone raved about how delicious they were.


Amila Magsi
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I'm not a huge fan of marzipan, but these squares were surprisingly good. The sweetness was balanced out by the tartness of the cranberries.


Mano Jutt
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My family loved these marzipan squares! They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly. The almond flavor was delicious and the texture was just right.


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