Marzipan Pine Cones
Shape marzipan into pine cones, stud them with almond slices to resemble scales, and drizzle with chocolate.
Ingredients
almond paste
7 ounces
sliced almonds
4 ounces
semisweet chocolate chips
1 1/4 cups
shortening
1 tablespoon
Instructions
1
Step 1
Divide almond paste into 6 equal portions. Form each into cone shape about 1 1/2" tall & 1" in diameter.
2
Step 2
Beginning at the base insert pointed ends of almond slivers into paste, to resemble a pine cone.
3
Step 3
In a microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate chips & shortening; stir until smooth.
4
Step 4
Insert a toothpick into the bottom of each cone. Holding over a bowl, spoon melted chocolate over almonds.
5
Step 5
If needed, use another toothpick to spread the chocolate to completely cover the almonds.
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Step 6
Place on a wire rack over wax paper, let stand until firm.
