№ 1 Almond Flour

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Almond Flour

№ 1 Almond Flour

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Ranking
#1

Net
Carbs
2g

Ratio to
White Flour
1:1

Almond flour is made from ground almonds that have first been blanched to remove the skins.

Almond flour is protein-rich, high in manganese, Vitamin E and monounsaturated fats, low in carbohydrates, and it also contains fiber.  Almond flour may be better for your blood sugar, because of its low glycemic index and also for its high level of magnesium.

Recipes that call for almond flour will generally have more raising agent than other recipes to account for the weight of almond flour.  Make sure to keep this in mind when substituting almond flour for other flours in baking recipes. 

Flavor Profile

It has a sweet, nutty taste.

Best Uses

It can be used for baking cookies, cakes, and quick breads.

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Almonds are 100% reliant on bees for crop pollination.

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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2 Tbsp. (28g)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 170 Calories from Fat 129
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 9mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 1g
Pentose 0g
Protein 6g 12%

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