1 cup of peeled and shelled cashews or cajus, or equivalent quantity of castanhas de caju
1 tablespoon of almond extract
2 cups of confectioner's sugar sifted
2 egg whites lightly beaten
1 cup of peeled and shelled cashews or cajus, or equivalent quantity of castanhas de caju
1 tablespoon of almond extract
2 cups of confectioner's sugar sifted
2 egg whites lightly beaten
Blend the cashews or cajus in a blender until they are very smooth
Mix with the almond extract and confectioner's sugar
Add the lightly beaten egg whites, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well with a spoon each time
Continue adding the egg whites until the mixture has a grainy texture
Mold the mixture into small balls or other desired shapes
Then, shape these masses into fruits and vegetables using this dough
To do so, dye it with special food coloring and form the candies in the shape you desire.
