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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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Block of marzipan - Eyewave/Getty Images Marzipan is a confection that's just as delightful to admire as it is to savor. Often ...