Toasted Almond Frosting

1. 1

   Combine egg whites, sugar, water, almond extract, and corn syrup in bowl of standing mixer or large heatproof bowl and set over medium saucepan filled with 1 inch of barely simmering water (do not let bottom of bowl touch water).

2. 2

   Cook, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved and mixture registers 160 degrees on instant-read thermometer, 5 to 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Remove bowl from heat and transfer mixture to standing mixer fitted with whisk attachment.

4. 4

   Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Increase speed to medium-high and continue to beat until mixture has cooled to room temperature and stiff peaks form, 5 minutes longer.

6. 6

   Remove bowl from mixer and use rubber spatula to gently fold in almonds.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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