Marzipankartoffeln German Marzipan Potatoes Recipe

Delight your friends and family this Christmas with these adorable Marzipankartoffeln – miniature marzipan potatoes! Traditionally gifted in little bags or displayed on a festive goodie plate, these sweet treats are surprisingly easy to make. This recipe uses almond flour for convenience, but you can easily make your own by blanching, peeling, and grinding almonds. Enjoy a delicious and unique holiday confection that's both beautiful and tasty! Perfect for adding a touch of German charm to your Christmas celebrations.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 55 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Marzipankartoffeln German Marzipan Potatoes

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How to Make Marzipankartoffeln German Marzipan Potatoes

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup almond flour, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon almond extract.
  2. Gradually add 2-3 tablespoons of water, mixing until a smooth, pliable dough forms. Add more water, one tablespoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
  3. Roll the dough into small, potato-shaped pieces (about 1 inch in diameter).
  4. Using a fork, lightly indent the marzipan potatoes to create a realistic potato texture.
  5. Place the marzipan potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Let the marzipan potatoes air dry for at least 2 hours, or until firm (optional: you can also dust them with powdered sugar after drying).
  7. Once firm, you can add a tiny dab of red gel food coloring for a more realistic effect.
  8. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

1g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Marzipankartoffeln German Marzipan Potatoes?

Marzipankartoffeln German Marzipan Potatoes takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Marzipankartoffeln German Marzipan Potatoes?

Marzipankartoffeln German Marzipan Potatoes has approximately 55 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Marzipankartoffeln German Marzipan Potatoes?

The key ingredients for Marzipankartoffeln German Marzipan Potatoes are Ground Almonds, Powdered Sugar, Rose Water, Vanilla, Cocoa Powder, Ground Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.

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