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Almond paste
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 458 kcal —
- Protein 9 g 18%
- Carbohydrate 43 g 16%
- Fat 28 g 36%
- Saturated fat 2.6 g 13%
- Fibre 4.8 g 17%
- Sugars 36 g —
- Sodium 9 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0.1 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 13.5 mg 90%
- Vitamin K 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.08 mg 7%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.41 mg 32%
- Niacin (B3) 1.4 mg 9%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.11 mg 2%
- Vitamin B6 0.04 mg 2%
- Folate (B9) 73 µg 18%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 28.5 mg 5%
Minerals
- Calcium 172 mg 13%
- Iron 1.6 mg 9%
- Magnesium 130 mg 31%
- Phosphorus 258 mg 21%
- Potassium 314 mg 7%
- Zinc 1.5 mg 13%
- Copper 0.45 mg 50%
- Manganese 0.86 mg 37%
- Selenium 4.2 µg 8%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 458 | 9 g | 43 g | 28 g |
| 1 × oz | 28.4 g | 130 | 2.6 g | 12 g | 7.9 g |
| 1 × cup, firmly packed | 227 g | 1040 | 20 g | 98 g | 63 g |
| 2 × oz | 56.7 g | 260 | 5.1 g | 24 g | 16 g |
| ½ × oz | 14.2 g | 65 | 1.3 g | 6.1 g | 3.9 g |
| 3 × oz | 85.1 g | 390 | 7.7 g | 37 g | 24 g |
| 4 × oz | 113.4 g | 519 | 10 g | 49 g | 32 g |
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Questions about Almond paste
What is the difference between almond paste and marzipan?
Almond paste is generally less sweet and coarser, so it works well baked into cakes and pastries. Marzipan is smoother and sweeter, making it easier to roll out for cake coverings and decorations; recipes and products can use the names differently.
How do you use almond paste in baking?
Crumble or grate it into cake, biscuit or pastry mixtures so it distributes evenly, or roll it into a filling for pastries. For a smooth filling, beat it with a little egg or liquid from the recipe.
How do you soften almond paste that has gone hard?
Knead it in small pieces with a few drops of water, or warm it briefly in the microwave and knead again. Add liquid sparingly: too much can make it sticky and difficult to shape.
Can you replace almond paste with marzipan in a recipe?
Usually, but the result will be sweeter and smoother. Reduce any added sugar slightly if the recipe allows, and avoid the swap when the paste’s coarser texture is important.
How should you store almond paste after opening?
Wrap it tightly or seal it in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge. This helps prevent it drying out and taking on other food smells; bring it towards room temperature before kneading.
Can you freeze almond paste?
Yes. Wrap it airtight, freeze it in a portion you can use at once, then thaw it in the fridge and knead it until pliable. It may be a little drier after thawing.
What can you make with almond paste?
Use it in stollen, Danish pastries, tarts and filled biscuits, or shape it into small sweets. It also makes a rich layer in a fruit tart, especially with pears or stone fruit.
Can you eat almond paste if you have a nut allergy?
No: almond paste contains almonds, a tree nut, and is not suitable for someone with an almond allergy. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack, as products may also contain other nuts.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 170160 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
