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Quick 3-Ingredient Homemade Marzipan Recipe (No Cooking Required)

A smooth, light yellow ball of homemade marzipan recipe dough resting on a small white saucer near a window.

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Whip up this smooth, sweet homemade marzipan in minutes using just three simple ingredients. This no-cook recipe is perfect for cake decorating, candy making, or holiday treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup blanched almond flour
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

  1. Place the almond flour and powdered sugar into a food processor. Pulse several times to combine the dry ingredients evenly.
  2. Add the almond extract to the mixture. Process continuously until the mixture starts to clump together and form a cohesive ball of dough. Stop the processor frequently to scrape down the sides if needed.
  3. Remove the dough from the food processor. Knead it briefly on a clean surface until it is completely smooth and pliable.
  4. Wrap the marzipan tightly in plastic wrap. You can use it immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute 1/4 teaspoon of rose water for 1/4 teaspoon of the almond extract.
  • If the dough feels too dry, add 1/2 teaspoon of water or milk at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
  • To make marzipan fruits or figures, knead in a small amount of food coloring before shaping.

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