Homemade German Marzipan
A delightful recipe for creating smooth, delicious German marzipan from scratch. Perfect for candies, cakes, or enjoyed on its own.
Equipment
- Food processor
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Airtight container
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Blanched almonds Finely ground
- 1 cup Powdered sugar Sifted
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp Rosewater or almond extract Start with less rosewater and adjust to taste. If using almond extract, use 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp
- 1-2 tablespoons Water Add as needed for consistency
- 1 pinch Salt
- As needed Powdered Sugar (for kneading) For dusting surface
Instructions
Instructions
- Grind blanched almonds into a fine powder using a food processor.
- In a large bowl, whisk together ground almonds, powdered sugar, and salt until thoroughly combined.
- Gradually add rosewater (or almond extract) and water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing well after each addition. The mixture should form a smooth, pliable dough.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly powdered sugar surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Adjust with more powdered sugar if too sticky, or a tiny bit of water if too dry.
- Shape the marzipan as desired.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator to prevent drying. It will last for several weeks.
Notes
For a richer flavor, toast the almonds lightly before grinding. You can add a few drops of food coloring to tint your marzipan.