Almond Paste vs Marzipan

A side-by-side guide to substituting Marzipan for Almond Paste (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 0.85 cup of Marzipan for every 1 cup of Almond Paste.

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Almond Paste

Base unit: cup

Read the full guide: Almond Paste

Marzipan

Conversion: Use 85% as much (0.85 cup per 1 cup)

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Notes: Marzipan contains added sugar and egg white; use slightly less and reduce other sweeteners by 1–2 tbsp.

Read the full guide: Marzipan

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When to use Marzipan instead of Almond Paste

Marzipan contains added sugar and egg white; use slightly less and reduce other sweeteners by 1–2 tbsp. The conversion is use 85% as much (0.85 cup per 1 cup).

Common questions

Can I substitute Marzipan for Almond Paste?

Yes — Marzipan contains added sugar and egg white; use slightly less and reduce other sweeteners by 1–2 tbsp. Ratio: Use 85% as much (0.85 cup per 1 cup).

What's the conversion ratio for Almond Paste to Marzipan?

Use 85% as much (0.85 cup per 1 cup). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Almond Paste and Marzipan interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Marzipan contains added sugar and egg white; use slightly less and reduce other sweeteners by 1–2 tbsp..

Is Marzipan a better substitute than other options for Almond Paste?

Marzipan is one of the options SubSwap lists for Almond Paste. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Almond Paste substitutes.

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