Description
These traditional German Marzipankartoffeln are soft, almond-flavored candies shaped like tiny potatoes and coated in cocoa powder for a rustic finish. They are quick to make, no-bake, and perfect for holidays or gifting.
Ingredients
200 g marzipan
1–2 drops almond extract
1–2 tbsp powdered sugar, sifted (optional)
2–3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Place the marzipan in a mixing bowl and knead it with the almond extract until smooth and evenly flavored.
- If the marzipan is too soft or sticky, knead in sifted powdered sugar a little at a time until it firms slightly.
- Divide the marzipan into small portions and roll into balls or slightly oval shapes resembling small potatoes.
- Place cocoa powder in a shallow bowl and roll each piece until evenly coated.
- Shake the coated pieces gently in a sieve or colander to remove excess cocoa powder.
- Arrange on a serving plate or package into decorative boxes for gifting.
Notes
Use dark cocoa powder for a deeper flavor.
Adjust almond extract carefully to avoid overpowering the marzipan.
Uneven shaping makes them look more like real potatoes.
Store in an airtight container in a cool place for several days or refrigerate up to 2 weeks.
Let sit at room temperature before serving for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 60 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
