It\'s the simple things in life that bring the most joy. Bake a marzipan-nut cake and enjoy a slice for a moment of pleasure.

cake surrounded by fondant decorations - Betsie Van Der Meer/Getty Images Have you ever wondered what pastry chefs use to make such ornate decorations? Or how they make almost lifelike cake toppers ...

The folks at confection perfection are on hand to show you how to some ways to use marzipan. Use marzipan as decoration or add this versatile ingredient to cookies, cupcakes, muffins, homemade ...

Dan Lepard pays homage to the Easter simnel cake: a layer of golden marzipan runs through the centre of each cupcake, while the cream cheese helps to keep these mini-fruitcakes moist. Place 12 paper ...

15:00, Thu, Sep 24, 2020 Updated: 15:00, Thu, Sep 24, 2020 A staple of Christmas cake, Battenburg, Stollen, or just enjoyed on its own, marzipan is an essential baking ingredient used all over the ...

Some cakes are simple, requiring only a smear of frosting over top. Others are more elaborate, with layers, tiers, or even those Buddy Valastro-style constructions with sugary miniatures all over it.