How to Make Easy Marzipan - A Step-by-Step Guide

Marzipan is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of desserts and confections. Made from almonds, sugar, and sometimes egg whites, marzipan has a sweet, nutty flavor and a smooth, pliable texture. It is often used to make candies, cake decorations, and even marzipan fruits.

While marzipan is readily available in stores, making it at home is surprisingly easy and allows you to customize the flavor and texture to suit your preferences. This easy marzipan reci...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • ½ pound finely ground blanched almonds
  • 2 egg whites
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 day
  • Total Time: 1 day 30 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 2 cups

  • Blend the confectioner's sugar, finely ground almonds, egg whites, salt, and almond extract in a blender until perfectly blended. Cover and chill until firm, 24 hours.
  • Nutrition

    143 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 80mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 36mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 110mg