Homemade Marzipan (Eggless)
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Smooth, sweet homemade marzipan made without eggs. Perfect for covering cakes, shaping into fruits and flowers, or making Marzipan Potatoes.
Ingredients
Servings: 8 oz
- 1 cup blanched almond flour or finely ground blanched almonds
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- ¼ teaspoon food-grade rose water optional
- 1 tablespoon water plus more if needed
Instructions
- Mix: Pulse the almond flour and powdered sugar in a food processor until combined.
- Flavor: Add the almond extract and rose water, if using.
- Add water: Add 1 tablespoon water and pulse a few times. If dry, add 1 more teaspoon water at a time.
- Knead: Turn out onto a board and knead until smooth and firm.
- Store: Shape into a ball or log, wrap tightly in foil, and refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
- Rose water has a strong flavor. Leave it out if you’re unsure.
- Color with gel food coloring for shaping fruits and flowers.
- Keeps in the fridge for 7 to 10 days or the freezer for up to 3 months.