Mazapan
Serves 12
20 mins prep
20 mins total
Mazapan is a classic Mexican candy made of ground peanuts and powdered sugar. This sweet and crumbly treat is a favorite amongst kids of all ages.
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Add half of the peanuts to a food processor.
Blend for 1 minute.
Take a spatula and go around the food processor bowl.
Add the remaining half of the peanuts.
Blend again.
Go around the food processor bowl with a spatula again.
Add the powdered sugar and blend until smooth.
Look for a crumbly texture.
Press with your hands. It should stick together.
Spoon some of the peanut mixture into a round cookie cutter.
Firmly press with your hands or a pestle to form the candy.
Gently remove the cookie cutter.
Repeat until done.