How to Make Rondo's: Buttery Cookie Filled with Homemade Almond Paste

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Add 250 grams of skinned and blanched almonds and 250 grams of sugar to a food processor.

Add the zest of half a lemon and 0.5 teaspoon of almond extract to the food processor.

Pulse until the mixture reaches a sand-like texture, being careful not to overprocess.

Add 1 egg to the mixture and process until it binds together, adding a teaspoon of water if necessary.

Dump the almond paste mixture onto plastic wrap, shape it, and cover it to sit in the fridge.

In a bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of baking powder with 300 grams of all purpose flour and set aside.

In a stand mixer, combine 180 grams of room temperature butter, 120 grams of superfine sugar, and the zest of half a lemon, and cream together.

Add 1 tablespoon of milk and 1 egg yolk to the creamed mixture and mix until combined.

Gradually add the flour mixture one scoop at a time, mixing on low speed.

Knead the dough by hand to ensure it comes together properly, adding a teaspoon of milk or water if too dry.

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest in the fridge for 1 hour.

Prepare the filling by mixing 300 grams of almond paste with 1 egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of water.

Weigh the filling mixture and divide it into 12 equal portions, covering them with plastic wrap and refrigerating to firm up.

Weigh the rested dough and divide it into 12 portions, rolling each into a ball and refrigerating for 5-10 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare a muffin pan by greasing it with butter and dusting with flour.

Flatten a ball of dough, wrap it around a portion of almond paste, and pinch it closed.

Place the wrapped dough seam-side down in the muffin tin, using a glass to flatten the top and ensure it fills the cavity completely.

Patch any cracks in the dough with your fingers as necessary.

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