Turon From Spain Recipe

Indulge in the rich, nutty flavor of traditional Spanish Christmas Turrón! This recipe guides you through making a classic hard turrón, perfect for gifting or enjoying during the festive season. Learn to craft this iconic treat from scratch, using a simple marzipan recipe. The result? A deliciously crunchy and intensely flavorful confection that captures the magic of a Spanish Christmas.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 186 kcal

Protein 9g

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Ingredients for Turon From Spain

Blanched Almonds
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
Clear Honey
Ground Almonds
Icing
Egg Yolk
Almond Essence

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How to Make Turon From Spain

**Make the Marzipan:** Sift together 1 cup (120g) blanched almonds, ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar, and ¼ cup (30g) granulated sugar into a bowl.
**Combine:** Mix the dry ingredients lightly.
**Add Wet Ingredients:** Gradually beat in 1 large egg yolk and 1 teaspoon almond extract, using a knife or spatula to gently incorporate.
**Knead the Marzipan:** Lightly dust a work surface with powdered sugar. Turn the marzipan mixture onto the surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until very smooth and pliable.
**Set Aside:** Set the marzipan aside.
**Cook the Sugar Mixture:** Combine ½ cup (70g) blanched almonds, ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar, and ¼ cup (60g) honey in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
**Melt the Sugar:** Set the pan over very low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
**Bring to a Boil:** Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
**Boil and Stir:** Boil for exactly 3 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
**Incorporate Marzipan:** Remove from heat and immediately stir in the prepared marzipan.
**Mix Thoroughly:** Beat the mixture vigorously until the marzipan is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
**Pour into Pan:** Pour the mixture into a well-greased 8x11 inch (15cm x 23cm) baking pan.
**Cool and Cut:** Let it cool slightly, then score the mixture into 2 inch (4cm) squares while still slightly soft. Let it cool completely.
**Break into Squares:** Once completely cool, carefully break the turrón into individual squares along the scored lines.
**Serve or Store:** Serve immediately, or wrap the turrón pieces in parchment paper or wax paper and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Turon From Spain?

Turon From Spain takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Turon From Spain?

Turon From Spain has approximately 186 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Turon From Spain?

The key ingredients for Turon From Spain are Blanched Almonds, Sugar, Clear Honey, Ground Almonds, Icing, Egg Yolk. See the full list with measurements above.