Uses of Marzipan

Marzipan is a crucial ingredient in numerous cakes and breads, from German stollen to Danish Kransekage, as well as being a filling for pastries. See stollen. It is also formed into quite specific sweets and cakes, many of which are traditional for special occasions or festive times of year.

See also cake decorating; flower waters; germany; and nuts.

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