Is almond paste & marzipan keto?

Almond paste & marzipan

Not keto No — almond paste & marzipan is not keto-friendly.

Ground almonds sweetened with sugar — an ounce of almond paste or marzipan has about 12 g net carbs. Blend almond flour with powdered erythritol, a little egg white and almond extract for a keto version.

Nutrition per serving

1 oz · 28 g
Net carbs
12g
Calories
128kcal
Protein
2.5g
Fat
7.8g
Total carbs
13 g
Fiber
1.3 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 60%

About 11.6 g of almond paste & marzipan adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 42% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for almond paste & marzipan
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories128 kcal458 kcal
Total carbohydrate13 g48 g
Dietary fiber1.3 g4.8 g
Net carbs12 g43 g
Sugars 10 g 36 g
Protein2.5 g9 g
Fat7.8 g28 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is almond paste & marzipan keto?

No — almond paste & marzipan is not keto-friendly. Ground almonds sweetened with sugar — an ounce of almond paste or marzipan has about 12 g net carbs. Blend almond flour with powdered erythritol, a little egg white and almond extract for a keto version.

How many net carbs are in almond paste & marzipan?

1 oz (28 g) of almond paste & marzipan has about 12 g net carbs (13 g total carbs minus 1.3 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 43 g net carbs.

How much almond paste & marzipan can I eat on keto?

About 11.6 g of almond paste & marzipan adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 42% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 60% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for almond paste & marzipan?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #170160): Nuts, almond paste. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Not keto — More than about 10 g net carbs per typical serving. Swap it for a low-carb alternative. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

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