Frequently Asked Questions

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Q. What is the difference between Almond Paste and Marzipan?
A. Almond Paste has a higher almond content, and is typically used for baking. Marzipan has a higher sugar content and is typically used for candy making.

Q. Are Almond Paste and Marzipan interchangeable?
A. Because baking is a science, we do not recommend using one in place of the other.

Q. Is Almond Paste and Marzipan Gluten-Free?
A. Yes! Almond Paste and Marzipan are both gluten-free. Pursuant to FDA guidelines, any product containing less than 20 PPM (parts per million) of gluten are in fact gluten-free. Almond Paste and Marzipan each contain less than 5 PPM of gluten, which is the lowest testable limit and far more stringent than FDA standards.

Q. If Almond Paste and Marzipan are Gluten-Free, then why is wheat listed in the ingredients?
A. We know, this one is confusing. We are required by law to list each and every ingredient on our packages, and in the case of glucose syrup, how it was derived. The glucose syrup used to make our Almond Paste and Marzipan was derived from wheat, however, all wheat proteins are removed during the refinement process.

Q. What can I do if my Almond Paste or Marzipan is hard?
A. The first step is to check the expiration date on your box, which can be found on an end flap. If your product is expired, we highly recommend throwing it out. If your product is within date and hard, please call us at 800.243.0897.

Q. What is the best way to store my opened Almond Paste or Marzipan?
A. Wrap any remaining Almond Paste or Marzipan tightly in plastic wrap, then place in a sealable plastic bag. You can then refrigerate it for up to 2 weeks, or freeze it up to 3 months.

Q. Are peanuts present in the facility that makes Almond Paste and Marzipan?
A. No, there are no peanut products made in the facility that produces Almond Paste or Marzipan.

Q. Are any other tree nuts present in the facility that makes Almond Paste and Marzipan?
A. Yes, hazelnuts are present in the same facility.

Q. Are the almonds treated with chemicals?
A. No, absolutely not. The almonds used in Almond Paste and Marzipan are simply blanched in water.

Q. What type of sugar is used to make Almond Paste and Marzipan?
A. We use beet sugar in both Almond Paste and Marzipan.

Q. How much is in a roll of Almond Paste or Mazipan?
A. One roll of Almond Paste or Marzipan is equivalent to ¾ cup, or 12 tablespoons.

Q. Do you have coupons you can send me?
A. No, unfortunately not. We do not print any manufacturer coupons at this time.

Q. What is the ingredient Invertase?
A. Invertase is a natural enzyme, very common in the natural world. Plants like Japanese pear fruit, the common garden pea, and cereal oats are good sources of invertase. Honey bees use invertase to keep their honey liquid. We add invertase to help keep our almond paste and marzipan from hardening.

Odense Marzipan

Nutrition Facts
SERVING SIZE: 2 tbsp (39g)
SERVINGS: 5


Amount Per Serving
Calories: 170
Calories from Fat: 54


 %Daily Value*
Total Fat: 6g8%
   Saturated Fat .4g2%
   Trans Fat 0g0%
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1mg0%
Total Carbohydrates 27g10%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 21g
Protein 2g
Vitamin A0%
Vitamin C0%
Calcium3%
Iron4%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

NON GMO | GLUTEN FREE
MSG FREE | TRANS FAT FREE

Ingredients: sugar, almonds (28%), glucose syrup (From wheat), water.
Allergens: contains tree nuts (almonds), wheat* *Odense Marzipan contains less than 20 parts of gluten per million (ppm). Pursuant to FDA regulations, products containing less than 20 ppm of gluten are gluten free.

AFTER OPENING:
Wrap tightly in plastic and then seal in plastic bag. Refrigerate up to two weeks or freeze up to three months.

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Odense Almond Paste

Nutrition Facts
SERVING SIZE: 2 tbsp (39g)
SERVINGS: 5


Amount Per Serving
Calories: 180
Calories from Fat: 81


 %Daily Value*
Total Fat: 9g12%
   Saturated Fat 1g5%
   Trans Fat 0g0%
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1mg0%
Total Carbohydrates 21g8%
Dietary Fiber 2g7%
Sugars 16g
Protein 4g
Vitamin A0%
Vitamin C0%
Calcium4%
Iron5%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

NON GMO | GLUTEN FREE
MSG FREE | TRANS FAT FREE

Ingredients: almonds (45%), sugar, glucose syrup (From wheat), water.
Allergens: contains tree nuts (almonds), wheat* *Odense Almond Paste contains less than 20 parts of gluten per million (ppm). Pursuant to FDA regulations, products containing less than 20 ppm of gluten are gluten free.

AFTER OPENING:
Wrap tightly in plastic and then seal in plastic bag. Refrigerate up to two weeks or freeze up to three months.

PRODUCT OF DENMARK
121817