Chocolate-Covered Marzipan and Walnut Pralines

Name: Chocolate-Covered Marzipan and Walnut Pralines
Cuisine: Western

Features:

Cuisine:

Western

Directions

Ingredients :

3 ½ (4 ounce) packages marzipan

1 cup powdered sugar, divided

1 cup chopped walnuts

2 teaspoons rum

2 teaspoons maraschino liqueur

5 (3 ounce) bars dark chocolate, finely chopped

50 halves walnut halves

Methods :

Step 1

Knead marzipan with 3/4 cup powdered sugar, chopped walnuts, rum, and maraschino liqueur on a clean work surface until smooth.

Step 2

Sprinkle remaining powdered sugar on a clean work surface. Roll out marzipan and cut out circles, squares, or rectangles.

Step 3

Line a baking sheet with waxed paper and set a wire rack on top.

Step 4

Place 3/4 of the chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in remaining dark chocolate until smooth.

Step 5

Stick a toothpick or metal skewer into each praline and dip into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Set onto the wire rack. Allow chocolate to set a little, then place 1 walnut half on top of the chocolate.

Step 6

Allow chocolate to harden completely. Store pralines in airtight containers.