Fistik Ezmesi is Turkish marzipan. It’s green because it’s made from pistachios, not almonds, as other marzipan is. In fact, it doesn’t even use any almond flavouring at all, though it does use a great deal of sugar. It’s used in cookies, cakes, and various desserts. Cooking Tips 1 cup (4 oz / 125g) of…
Marzipan
Marzipan Day
The 12th of January is Marzipan Day. If you’re a fan, and didn’t get enough marzipan at Christmas, you may still be able to get some marzipan products in the after-Christmas sales.
Marzipan Recipe
A classic Marzipan recipe.
Mock Marzipan Recipe
For those with nut allergies, you can use another flavouring such as orange or rosewater, if you wish.