German Marzipan Potatoes (Marzipankartoffeln)

Delightful marzipan treats shaped like small potatoes and dusted with cocoa powder. A traditional German Christmas confection, easy to make and fun to eat!

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Calories

1275

Level

Easy

Yields

24 servings

Cost

£0.12

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Ingredients

Servings

250gMarzipan (Almond Paste)(Good quality, ready-made)

£2.50

2tbspCocoa Powder(Unsweetened)

£0.20

1tbspPowdered Sugar (Icing Sugar)(Optional, for extra sweetness)

£0.10

1tspRum or Kirsch (Optional)(For added flavor, can omit)

£0.15

Total Cost

£2.95

£0.12 per serving

The Method

1
In a bowl, knead the marzipan until it's smooth and pliable. If desired, add powdered sugar and rum/kirsch to the marzipan and knead to combine.
2
Pinch off small pieces of marzipan (about 1 inch in diameter) and roll them into irregular, slightly oblong shapes, resembling small potatoes. Aim for a slightly rough and uneven surface.
3
Place the cocoa powder in a shallow bowl or plate.
4
Gently roll each marzipan 'potato' in the cocoa powder, ensuring it's evenly coated. You can also sift some of the cocoa powder over the marzipan potatoes.
5
Shake off any excess cocoa powder.
6
Arrange the Marzipankartoffeln on a plate and let them sit for a few minutes to allow the cocoa powder to adhere properly.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (12g)

1275 kcal / 5335 kJ

Carbs

135g

52% of RDA

Fat

75g

107% of RDA

Protein

25g

50% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

15 g

50% of RDA

Sugar

115 g

128% of RDA

Sodium

10 mg

Saturated Fat

7.5 g

38% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a slightly more authentic look, use a toothpick to create small 'eyes' in the marzipan before dusting with cocoa.

Store the Marzipankartoffeln in an airtight container at room temperature to prevent them from drying out.

If the marzipan is too sticky, dust your hands lightly with powdered sugar.

If you prefer a darker 'potato', use a mix of cocoa powder and dark chocolate shavings.

Experiment with different flavor extracts like almond or vanilla instead of rum/kirsch.

You can also make these with different shades of cocoa powder to give them even more realistic look.

Cooking Equipment

Mixing Bowl

Plate

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