How to Make Marzipan Brains

By Elizabeth LaBau, About.com Guide

Pistachio marzipan is formed into creepy brain shapes in this fun Halloween candy! The greenish-black candy brains are eerily realistic, and have a great roasted pistachio taste. For an easily printable recipe, please see this Marzipan Brains page. To make marizpan brains, you will need:

• 1/2 cup shelled unsalted roasted pistachios
• 1.5 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp + 2 tsp corn syrup
• 1/2 tsp vegetable oil
• Black food coloring (optional)
• Food processor

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• Gather Your Ingredients
• Grind the Pistachios
• Add the Powdered Sugar
• Process Until It Comes Together
• Add the Coloring and Knead
• Form A Small Ball
• Roll Out Thin Strips
• Create the Brain Folds
• Your Marzipan Brains Are Finished!

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