In the simplest terms, marzipan is a light-colored, ground almond confection with a texture similar to Play-Doh. It is made by grinding blanched almonds (or almond flour) with confectioners’ sugar.

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Marzipan recipes often fall short of the European ideal. For a modern take on the almond confection, make your own paste and ...