Venetians

Prep: 30 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: Italian

Venetians are elegant almond-flavored pastries with vibrant colored layers, topped with preserves and chocolate, perfect for sophisticated gatherings or special occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 1 can almond paste
  • 1 1/2 cups butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 eggs, separated
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • green food coloring
  • red food coloring
  • 1 jar apricot preserves
  • 2 1/2 squares semi-sweet chocolate

Instructions

  1. Beat the almond paste, softened butter, granulated sugar, egg yolks, and almond extract until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  2. Beat in the flour and salt until well combined.
  3. Beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form; gently fold into the almond mixture.
  4. Divide the batter into three equal parts.
  5. Add green and red food coloring to two of the portions.
  6. Spread each colored batter in separate greased pans and bake in a 350°F oven until a toothpick inserted comes out clean, about 10 minutes.
  7. Heat the apricot preserves until warm; spread over the cooled layers.
  8. Stack the layers, pressing down gently, and cover with plastic wrap.
  9. Refrigerate overnight before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

617 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.3g 15% DV
Total Fat 33.9g 43% DV
Carbs 73.7g 27% DV
Fiber 3.1g 11% DV
Sugar 20g 40% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9774.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 323.3mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 18.3mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 11.4mg 13% DV
Calcium 120.8mg 9% DV
Iron 2.4mg 13% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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