How to Make Marzipan for Scandinavian Baking & Candies ❆ A Simple Homemade Almond Paste Recipe ❇ ❈ ❄

Ingredients

• 2 cups Almonds (raw almonds, skins removed (blanched))
• 2 cups Powdered Sugar (sifted; 1 cup added initially, 1 cup added later)
• 2 tablespoons Water (add a spoonful at a time; total about 2 Tbsp (30 ml))
• 0.5 teaspoon Almond Extract (optional but adds authentic almond flavor)
• 1 piece Bitter Almond (optional) (use instead of extract for authentic flavor if available)

Instructions

1. Blanch the almonds

   Place the almonds in a pot, cover with water and bring to a boil. Let them sit for 2‑3 minutes until the skins loosen.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 100°C

2. Peel the almonds

   Drain the almonds in a colander, rinse with cold water and rub each almond between your fingers to slip off the skin. If skins remain, return the almonds to hot water briefly.

   Time: PT5M

3. Dry the almonds

   Spread the peeled almonds on a clean kitchen towel and pat dry.

   Time: PT2M

4. Grind the almonds

   Add a small handful of almonds to the blender or food processor and pulse until a fine powder forms. Repeat until all almonds are ground.

   Time: PT5M

5. Combine with powdered sugar (first half)

   Transfer the ground almonds to a mixing bowl and stir in 1 cup of sifted powdered sugar until evenly mixed.

   Time: PT2M

6. Add almond flavor and water

   Add 0.5 tsp almond extract (or 1 bitter almond, crushed) and a spoonful of water. Mix, then add another spoonful of water, mixing each time. Continue until the mixture holds together but is not sticky.

   Time: PT3M

7. Knead and finish the marzipan

   Turn the dough onto a clean surface and knead, sprinkling the remaining powdered sugar as needed, until smooth and pliable. The dough should feel slightly tacky but not wet.

   Time: PT5M

8. Shape and store

   Form the marzipan into a loaf or desired shape, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and store in an airtight container.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

500

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

70 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

1 g