Description
Make this homemade marzipan recipe for a traditional German treat! Perfect for baking, decorating, or gifting. With these easy step-by-step instructions you can make it in 20 minutes!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (200g) almond flour
- 1 3/4 cups (200g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp rose water
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 2–3 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare Almond Flour: Blanch almonds, peel them, and grind into a fine flour. Sift for smoothness.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Mix almond flour and powdered sugar in a bowl.
- Add Flavorings and Liquid: Stir in rose water and almond extract, then add water slowly until a dough forms.
- Knead: Turn out onto a surface and knead until smooth and pliable.
- Shape and Store: Shape into a log, wrap, and refrigerate.
Notes
For sugar-free marzipan, substitute powdered sugar with erythritol.
Add a bit of food coloring for festive marzipan creations.
Adjust rose water and almond extract to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 4g