Marcepan – Marzipan

This homemade marzipan offers a rich, smooth texture and intense almond flavor that store-bought versions simply cannot match. Made from just blanched almonds and powdered sugar, it serves as the perfect canvas for creative dessert decorations or as a standalone sweet treat. The addition of orange or rose water provides a subtle floral note that elevates the classic profile. Ideal for shaping into fruits, animals, or flowers for holiday tables, this versatile paste holds its shape beautifully while remaining tender to the bite. Enjoy it wrapped in foil for gifting or sliced thinly for cake fillings.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 2

Calories: 657.2

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This homemade marzipan offers a rich, smooth texture and intense almond flavor that store-bought versions simply cannot match. Made from just blanched almonds and powdered sugar, it serves as the perfect canvas for creative dessert decorations or as a standalone sweet treat. The addition of orange or rose water provides a subtle floral note that elevates the classic profile. Ideal for shaping into fruits, animals, or flowers for holiday tables, this versatile paste holds its shape beautifully while remaining tender to the bite. Enjoy it wrapped in foil for gifting or sliced thinly for cake fillings.

Ingredients

1 pound Almonds, blanched
1 pound Sugar, powdered
2 tb Orange water or rose water
Food coloring, optional

Directions

1
Grind the blanched almonds in a food processor or mill until they form a fine, uniform powder.
2
Combine the ground almonds and powdered sugar in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
3
Add the orange water or rose water to the mixture.
4
Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan.
5
Transfer the warm almond paste to a clean, flat surface dusted with powdered sugar.
6
Knead the mixture until smooth and pliable, adding more powdered sugar if it sticks.
7
Divide the marzipan into portions if using food coloring, and knead color into each portion.
8
Roll the marzipan to a 1/2-inch thickness or mold into desired shapes by hand.
9
Place the shaped marzipan on wax paper to dry for 2 hours before serving or storing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 657.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 56.6g88%
Saturated Fat 4.2g22%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.5g9%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g57%
Sugars 5.0g
Protein 24.1g49%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: marzipan, almond paste, homemade, dessert, almonds, powdered sugar, orange water, rose water, molding, decorating, holiday treats, confectionery, sweet, vegan, easy, traditional, gifts, cake filling

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/marcepan-marzipan/