Learn how to make Almond Meal with our simple recipe, an alternative to expensive store products, in minutes. You only need a blender or a food processor to make this almond meal recipe, which is also great for gluten-free baking. Discover what almond meal is and start using it as a flour substitute for your baked goods to stay low-carb.
Just today, again, with only a few minutes of my time, I made another batch of this always-needed almond meal for my recipes. My kids like snacking on raw or activated almonds, so we always have them at home. Every time I want to bake, I make almond flour and almond meal in seconds, ensuring it is the freshest possible.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Fresh Ingredient: Making an almond meal at home is super quick and easy. You will have the freshest flour that is much better in flavor and texture than the store-bought ones.
- Customizable: The best thing about making homemade almond meal is that you can customize it however you like and how you would like it in your recipes. You can adjust the blending time if you want a coarser or finer texture to fit your needs. Letting it blend a bit longer allows you to make yourself an almond paste for breakfast.
- Control Over Ingredients: What I also love about this recipe is that you can control the quality of the almonds used. For a healthier option, you can use organic or pesticide-free almonds.
What Is An Almond Meal?
Almond meal is made from crushed almonds, leaving the skin on. Its texture can be compared to that of whole wheat flour. In our low-carb lifestyle, we use it as a substitute for regular flour, especially as it is also gluten-free. I use almond meal and almond flour for my recipes instead of traditional wheat flour, which contains a massive amount of carbs.
On the other side, almond flour is made from blanched almonds. The great advantage is that leaving the skin on the almonds provides additional fiber.
If you are just starting a low-carb lifestyle, you can already try this almond meal for making homemade bread, cupcakes, cookies, and pancakes, just like I do.
Is It Gluten Free?
Yes, this almond meal recipe is completely gluten-free. Since it is made entirely from almonds, which are naturally gluten-free, this flour alternative is safe for people who need to avoid gluten in their diet. This gluten-free almond meal is a great choice if you plan on making gluten-free meals and baked recipes.
Ways To Use Almond Meal
Based on my experience using almond meal, there are many ways to use it for baking. Here are some suggestions:
- Bread and Crackers: As a gluten-free substitute for traditional flour, you can make everything bagel crackers, or a bundt cake with a nutty twist. It adds additional moisture and flavor to these recipes.
- Pound cake: Make a slightly darker homemade pound cake if you have no almond flour in your kitchen. This is actually one of the best recipes I have developed.
- Chaffle Cake: – I have made a few chaffle recipes for you on the blog that are made with almond flour. You can safely use almond meal instead for some of them, especially when you are not concerned about the light look like this chocolate chaffle and chocolate chaffle cake.
How To Make Homemade Almond Meal Recipe
This easy recipe only takes minutes, and you do not need to blanch the almonds. You can make your almond meal at home with a single ingredient and a single piece of equipment. If you are more of a visual learner, check the video I prepared.
Kitchen Gadgets Needed:
- Magic Bullet Blender: Use this or any blender of your choice to grind the almonds into a whole almond meal.
Ingredients Needed:
- Almonds: For the best results, look for the freshest almonds. You can experiment with using different types of almonds, but remember, the fresher the almonds, the better the almond meal.
*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE ALMOND MEAL USING A BLENDER
First Step: Prepare Almonds
Prepare your whole raw almonds by measuring how much you want to use. You can make as little or as much almond meal as you need for your recipe. Do not peel the almonds since we are making almond meal, not almond flour.
Second Step: Blend
Transfer the almonds to the blender or food processor and pulse in short bursts until they are fine and powdery. Check to see if the texture of the ground almonds is okay for you. If it still has a coarse texture, pulse for a few more seconds.
Third Step: Store and Use
Once the almond meal is perfectly ground, you can use them immediately or store them later.
TIPS AND TRICKS:
- Do not overprocess: Be careful when grinding the almonds. If you overprocess, you may end up with almond butter instead of ground almond meal.
- Skin: Leaving the skin on gives you an almond meal instead of almond flour with additional fiber, which we all need.
- Blender: Use any type of blender you have at home. A food processor or a coffee grinder will work to make the almond meal.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Can I Use A Food Processor?
Yes, you can because a food processor, like a Magic Bullet or a coffee grinder, can produce a smooth almond meal with a perfectly fine texture and consistency. You can use anything available at home as long as you will achieve the same result.
What Is The Difference Between Almond Meal Vs Almond Flour In Baking Bread?
When baking bread, both almond meal and almond flour can be used as gluten-free alternatives to traditional wheat flour. I have a few almond flour recipes on my blog, one of which is this almond flour bread recipe I made from ground almond flour. You can also replace the almond flour with an almond meal if you want a slightly darker look.
Remember, if you are making baked goods like bread loaf or simple cupcakes, you can use almond flour, as it has a lighter texture than almond meal. But if you are making cookies or moist cakes, an almond meal is the perfect choice.
The best way to store your almond meal is in an airtight container in the fridge. Ensure the container is sealed tightly to prevent moisture from getting in and keep it fresh. When stored properly, this almond meal can last several months without losing quality.
Can I Freeze an Almond Meal?
Yes, you can freeze your almond meal to keep it fresh longer. Ensure it is sealed in an airtight container or a resealable freezer bag. Thaw it in the fridge overnight before using it in your recipes.
Freezing almond meal can help extend its shelf life for several months.
More Keto-Friendly Pantry Substitutes
Check out more of our keto pantry substitutes for your next low-carb and gluten-free dishes. For a similar recipe like almond meal, I have made a post about almond flour vs. coconut flour, including their uses in recipes. Try our homemade breadcrumbs recipe, which you can use for your coated fried foods like breaded cauliflower bites and baked zucchini.
For your baking pantry, try these 12 easy baking powder substitutes, which will give you options for a healthier meal.
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What Is Almond Meal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Almonds
Video
Instructions
- Prepare your whole raw almonds by measuring how much you want to use. You can make as little or as much almond meal as you need for your recipe. Do not peel the almonds since we are making almond meal, not almond flour.
- Transfer the almonds to the blender or food processor and pulse in short bursts until they are fine and powdery. Check to see if the texture of the ground almonds is okay for you. If it still has a coarse texture, pulse for a few more seconds.
- Once the almond meal is perfectly ground, you can use them immediately or store them later.
Notes
- Do not overprocess: Be careful when grinding the almonds. If you overprocess, you may end up with almond butter instead of ground almond meal.
- Skin: Leaving the skin on gives you an almond meal instead of almond flour with additional fiber, which we all need.
- Blender: Use any type of blender you have at home. A food processor or a coffee grinder will work to make the almond meal.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Please note that nutrient values are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.
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