Brown Marzipan 1:3 (Almond Paste) 500 g is a beautifully soft, fine-textured marzipan mass designed for cake artists who want decorations that look as good as they taste. Its cocoa-tinted brown shade is perfect for realistic details—think teddy bears, woodland characters, chocolate-like accents, tree bark textures, or elegant vintage piping effects—without needing to mix in extra colour yourself. Made with a high almond content (25%) and supplied in a 1:3 ratio (almond mass : sugar), Brown Marzipan 1:3 (Almond Paste) balances pliability with stability, making it ideal for modelling figures, shaping flowers and ornaments, and finishing cupcakes, biscuits, and celebration cakes. For best handling, work with the marzipan at room temperature (around 21°C) so it stays smooth, flexible, and easy to sculpt. Whether you’re decorating a birthday cake, crafting wedding favours, or preparing seasonal bakes, Brown Marzipan 1:3 (Almond Paste) 500 g helps you turn a simple bake into a showpiece—clean edges, fine details, and a professional look that feels truly handmade. Add it to your decorating kit and start shaping your next sweet story today. Ingredients: Sugar, almonds 25% (allergen), stabiliser E420, thickener E466, acid E330, stabiliser E1103, cocoa, preservative E202, colours E151, E102*, E110*, E122*. *These colours may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children. Nutritional values (per 100 g): Energy 1725 kJ / 413 kcal; Fat 10.6 g, of which saturates 1.1 g; Fibre 2.2 g; Carbohydrates 77.2 g, of which sugars 72.1 g; Protein 4 g; Salt 0 g. FAQs 1) What does “1:3” mean for Brown Marzipan 1:3 (Almond Paste)?
It indicates the ratio of almond mass to sugar (1 part almond mass to 3 parts sugar), giving a smooth, pliable marzipan that’s easy to model and shape. 2) Is Brown Marzipan 1:3 (Almond Paste) suitable for modelling figures?
Yes—its soft, fine consistency is specifically intended for modelling figurines and decorative elements for cakes and pastries. 3) What is the best temperature to work with this marzipan?
Room temperature is recommended, ideally around 21°C, for the best flexibility and smoothness. 4) Does it contain allergens?
Yes, it contains almonds (25%), which are a declared allergen. 5) Why does it include colour warnings?
It contains certain colours (marked with an asterisk) that may adversely affect activity and attention in children, as stated in the original information. 6) Can I use Brown Marzipan 1:3 (Almond Paste) as a cake covering?
It is primarily intended for modelling and decoration. It can be used for decorative panels or accents; for full cake covering, many decorators prefer a dedicated covering paste or roll-out marzipan depending on the finish desired.