# Macadamia Marzipan Balls This Alternative Dessert Recipe Uses a Fattier Nut Alternative to Almonds By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-12-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marzipan-balls References: [mynameisyeh](http://mynameisyeh.com/mynameisyeh/2015/12/macadamia-marzipan-balls) If you are looking for a one of a kind [baked good](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gnaw-chocolate-bar-flavors) to contribute to this year's Christmas dinner, these macadamia marzipan balls are a delicious and festive choice. This will especially appeal to anyone who has recently seen a performance of The Nutcracker ballet. Inspired by a cookie in Malta, the macadamia marzipan balls call for a minimal amount of ingredients. You can make your own and wow dinner guests using [roasted macadamia nuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutscom-holiday-snacks) (preferably already salted, otherwise add a pinch of salt), confectioner's sugar and some holiday-appropriate sprinkles for decoration. Fluffier and lighter than a more traditional [almond marzipan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crumb-couture-almond), this dessert also does away with binding agents like egg whites or corn syrup. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Alternative Dessert Recipes:** Explore innovative recipes that use alternative ingredients to traditional desserts. - **Minimal Ingredient Baking:** Discover baking recipes that require a minimal amount of ingredients for simplicity and convenience. - **Nut-based Desserts:** Embrace the use of different nuts in dessert recipes to create unique flavors and textures. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Innovative dessert recipes offer opportunities for new product development and market differentiation. - **Culinary Arts:** Chefs and bakers can experiment with alternative ingredients to create new and exciting dessert experiences. - **Hospitality and Events:** Event planners and caterers can offer unique and memorable dessert options to wow their clients and guests. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Decorative Holiday Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specially-selected-ultimate-melting-baubles.md) - [Macaron-Made Dessert Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-cookie-mac-pops.md) - [Springtime Marzipan Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marzipops.md) - [Festive Nut Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frosted-brownie-almonds.md) - [Handmade Hazelnut Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hazelnut-drages.md) - [In-Demand Tiramisu Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pistachio-tiramisu.md) - [Pistachio Holiday Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pistakio-panettone.md) - [Snowball-Inspired Chocolate Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baker-and-baker.md) - [Sweet Holiday-Themed Almonds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-diamond-almonds.md)