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    Marzipan Recipe

    By Wendy Sondov · Published: Dec 16, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    With this marzipan recipe, you can easily mix up a batch of gourmet almond confectionery in five minutes with just a handful of ingredients. There are so many ways to use this delicious candy clay for making sweets and baked goods, you'll want to keep some handy in your refrigerator or freezer.

    Sliced marzipan log on white surface next to wooden bowl with sliced almonds.

    About this recipe

    Though not as common in the United States, marzipan is very popular all over Europe, the Middle East and Latin America, where the molded almond candy is often a traditional sweet for celebrations and religious holidays as well as a day-to-day snack.

     In the United States, marzipan shaped into fruits can sometimes be found in specialty chocolate shops. Commercially produced logs of this delicacy are available in many supermarket baking aisles, but at gourmet prices.

    You may be surprised to find out that this marzipan recipe makes a delicious loaf of sweet almond candy for a fraction of the cost of packaged marzipan and it takes literally five minutes to throw together. Then you are ready to create all kinds of giftable, shareable treats!

    Ingredients

    Recipe ingredients with text labels: fine ground almond flour, confectioners' sugar, corn syrup, almond extract.

    Rose water is a flavoring often used in Middle Eastern and European sweets. It has a delicate floral flavor that blends well with the almond flavors in this recipe. If you don’t have any or if you don’t like it, just leave it out.

    Directions

    Recipe directions collage with text overlay; mix in food processor, knead, form log, wrap and refrigerate.
    1. Place the almond flour and confectioners’ sugar in the food processor bowl and pulse to combine.
    2. Add 4 tablespoons of corn syrup and the flavorings. Process until the ingredients come together and a dough forms, about 2 minutes.
    3. Turn the dough out onto the counter and knead just until smooth. It may be a bit sticky, but will firm further in the fridge.
    4. Form into a log, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate.

    Tips

    • If you don’t have a food processor, this marzipan recipe can also be made with an electric mixer using the paddle attachment.
    • Though the cup measurements for the almond flour and powdered sugar are the same in this recipe, there is more powdered sugar by weight. The higher amount of sugar enables the molded candies to dry and hold their shape.
    • Honey, golden syrup, or glycerin can be substituted for the corn syrup in this recipe.
    • Add color with food coloring or cocoa powder. Food coloring gels or natural coloring powders work well kneaded into the almond dough.
    • If the dough is still too sticky after refrigerating, knead in additional powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time.
    • Marzipan can be sliced and enjoyed on its own or used as a candy dough to create edible decorations for baked goods and for candy making.

    FAQ's about marzipan

    What is marzipan made of?

    It’s made of almonds, sugar, and either egg white or a liquid sweetener ( corn syrup, glycerin, or honey). Some marzipan also contains almond extract and rose water.

    Is almond paste the same as marzipan?

    No. Almond paste contains more almonds than sugar to keep the mixture soft. It's used mixed with other ingredients to flavor baked goods or to make fillings.
    Marzipan contains more sugar than almonds. This allows shaped or molded marzipan candies to dry out and hold their shape.

    What is marzipan used for?

    It's most often used like a candy dough to form shaped or molded candies and decorations for baked goods. It can also be used as an ingredient in cakes and cookies.

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    Sliced marzipan log

    Marzipan Recipe

    This homemade marzipan recipe makes soft, fresh marzipan that can be mixed up in five minutes with just a handful of ingredients. Use this gourmet almond confectionery for making sweets and baked goods at a fraction of the price at grocery stores.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: European, Latin American, Middle Eastern
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 14
    Calories: 136kcal
    Author: Wendy Sondov

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups fine almond flour 142 g
    • 1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar 170 g icing sugar
    • 4 tablespoons light corn syrup 82 g
    • 1-2 teaspoons almond extract
    • 1 teaspoon rose water

    Instructions

    • Place the almond flour and confectioner's sugar in the food processor bowl and pulse to combine.
    • Add 4 tablespoons of corn syrup and the flavorings. Process until the ingredients come together and a smooth dough forms, about 2 minutes.
    • Turn the marzipan dough out onto the counter and knead just until smooth. It may be a bit sticky, but will firm further in the fridge.
    • Form into a log, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using in recipes.
    • Wrapped marzipan can be stored for a long time; in the refrigerator for up to 6 weeks or in the freezer for up to 6 months. If freezing, place wrapped log in an airtight container or freezer weight ziplock plastic bag.

    Notes

    • If you don’t have a food processor, this traditional recipe can also be made with an electric mixer using the paddle attachment.
    • Though the cup measurements for the almond flour and powdered sugar are the same in this recipe, there is more powdered sugar by weight. The higher amount of sugar enables the molded candies to dry and hold their shape.
    • Honey, golden syrup, or glycerin can be substituted for the corn syrup in this recipe.
    • Almond meal is not recommended for this recipe. Almond flour has a lighter color and a finer texture than almond meal.
    • Blanched whole almonds or blanched ground almonds can be ground into a fine textured flour and used in this recipe.
    • Add color with food coloring or cocoa powder. Food coloring gels or natural coloring powders work well kneaded into the almond dough.
    • If the dough is still too sticky after refrigerating, knead in additional powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time.
    • Delicious marzipan can be sliced and enjoyed on its own or used as a candy dough to create edible decorations for baked goods and for candy making.
    • Traditional marzipan uses include marzipan fruit shapes, Christmas cakes, fruit cakes, marzipan chocolate candy and Easter eggs,  and marzipan cookies.
    • Use as filling for almond croissants and chocolate marzipan truffles.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 4mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
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