German Baked Marzipan Cookies Recipe (Bethmännchen)

Step 1

Preheat oven to 225°C (400°F).

Step 2

Use a rolling pin to flatten the marzipan into a square (about 7-inch x 7-inch).

Step 3

Cut the square into equal portions (about 36 portions).

Step 4

Take a piece and roll it into a ball.

Step 5

To assemble the cookie, place three almond halves on top of the marzipan ball, equal space in between, with the pointed side facing the top.

Step 6

Place the cookies on a baking tray lined with a baking sheet.

Step 7

Brush each marzipan cookie with egg white.

Step 8

Place the cookies in the lower part of the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until their top turned golden.

Step 9

Set aside and let your freshly baked marzipan cookies cool.

Step 10

Serve.