Baking with almond meal is a great way to add more nutrients to your diet while avoiding some of the most common food allergies. Grain free, low-carb and vegan almond meal is an essential ingredient for individuals with a gluten allergy or those following a plant-based diet. If you love baking with almond meal and find that you have a bit extra laying around in the cupboard, we encourage you to try out one of the recipes below. Trying new recipes often is a great way to surprise family and friends by keeping things exciting in the kitchen. Ready to make your new favorite baked treat? Keep reading to discover ten of our favorite almond meal recipes.
Nooch Crackers
Whether you are planning an event or cooking for one, crackers are one snack that you'll always want to have on hand. Aside from tasting great on their own, crackers make it easy to transport even more food, like dips, cheese and charcuterie, to your mouth. Additionally, because they're easy to pack with you, crackers make for the perfect grab-and-go treat. Snack on them to curb cravings between meals or enjoy them as a side to your favorite dish—the possibilities are endless!
When making crackers for a large group, you'll want to consider common food allergies before choosing a recipe. Many diets recommend avoiding gluten, grains and high-carb foods. Swap traditional flour with almond flour to make crackers full of flavor and free of these high-allergy ingredients. Naturally gluten free and low-carb, almond flour can create delicious crackers like these Nooch Crackers while avoiding some of the most prevalent allergens. Whip up a batch of these crackers to dip in soup, enjoy as an afternoon snack, or serve them alongside a spread like this Cannellini Bean Spread with Rosemary.
Almond Meal Bread
Don't let your leftover almond meal go to waste. Instead, use it to make a delicious loaf of bread. The great thing about this Almond Meal Bread is that it can be combined with almost anything because it has a light, mild flavor. For example, you can use it to whip up a slice of cinnamon toast as a treat or combine it with your favorite style of meat and cheese to make the perfect sandwich. Made with Whole Wheat Flour, Almond Meal and Nutritional Yeast, it's a tasty and satisfying bread that will quickly become a family favorite.
Blueberry Almond Muffins
Who doesn't love the smell of freshly baked muffins steaming from the oven? Surprise your family with a sweet breakfast, and use the almond meal you have on hand to create these Blueberry Almond Muffins. The perfect balance of sweet and savory is produced when tart blueberries are mixed with almonds' sweet, nutty flavor. Mix up a large batch to bring with you to your next gathering, or enjoy one and freeze the rest to enjoy later on.
Almond Horns
While an almond horn might not sound like your typical dessert, this traditional German Cookie is sure to earn a spot in your recipe book. Crescent-shaped and covered in sliced almonds, Almond Horns are the perfect blend of dense and chewy. Similar to marzipan cookies, they were traditionally popular in Germany and can now be found worldwide. For even more flavor, dip the ends of the horns in chocolate!
When creating almond horns for guests, we recommend laying them out on the dessert table alongside a fresh kettle of coffee or tea. They're the perfect sweet treat for all of your brunch gatherings and something that everyone will enjoy—children included. To create the perfect almond paste to make these almond horns, follow along with this recipe.
Apricot Almond Muffins
Now, we know what you're thinking. Another muffin recipe? The truth is, when made with almond meal, nearly all flavors of muffin are irresistible. We're not sure if it's the nutty flavor or light texture of these Apricot Almond Muffins that make them so great—but what we do know is that they are delicious. To create these muffins, almond meal, orange zest and dried apricots are combined, producing an unmatched taste and texture. Pack these muffins in your child's lunch box for a mid-day treat, and take the rest with you to the office for your coworkers to enjoy. Just one bite of these muffins will leave everyone who tries them obsessed.
Hemp Protein Bars
Have you stepped up your activity levels lately? Whether you find yourself heading to the gym regularly or going on more walks than usual, adding protein to your diet is an excellent way to keep your energy levels high. Protein can be found in several ingredients, both meat, and plant-based. To add more plant protein to your diet, we suggest incorporating nuts into your meals. Loaded with protein and fiber, nuts are the perfect way to ensure that you're getting enough nutrients without changing up your recipe book entirely. For an on-the-go treat that you can enjoy while heading to and from the gym, make these Hemp Protein Bars. Made with almond flour/meal, shredded coconut and hemp protein powder, they're simple to create and ready to eat in just twenty minutes.
Healthy Thumbprint Cookies
The perfect dessert cookie, this Healthy Thumbprint Cookie Recipe is ideal for the times when you want to make homemade treats without spending too much time in the kitchen. So whip up a batch of these cookies to serve at your next gathering, or create a bunch to keep at home when you're craving something sweet. Made with Natural Almond Meal, Old Fashioned Rolled Oats and Whole Wheat Flour, they're overflowing with good-for-you nutrients and incredible flavor. Plus, the list of plant-based ingredients makes these cookies suitable for vegans and vegetarians. They're the whole package.
Protein Cookie Ice Cream Bars
What's better than a dessert tray full of cookies? One that's packed with cookie ice cream bars! A treat that both children and adults will love, these Protein Cookie Ice Cream Bars combine two of the most loved desserts into one. To make these bars, Bob's Red Mill Almond Meal, Old Fashioned Rolled Oats, and Vanilla Protein Booster are used to make the cookie dough. These three ingredients combined create a cookie crust that's the perfect combo of soft and chewy—ideal for sandwiching ice cream in-between. Choose your favorite vanilla ice cream for the filling, or switch things up and add in another flavor of ice creams like chocolate or strawberry. No matter what you choose to combine the cookie dough crust with, we're confident that guests will love it.
Rhubarb Almond Cake
We've covered how to make cookies, muffins and bread, but what about cake? This fun and flavorful Rhubarb Almond Cake is the ideal way to begin baking with almond meal. A relatively simple recipe, it has an elegant presentation that will leave all party-goers speechless. The natural and wholesome ingredients used in this cake recipe make it much healthier than traditional varieties. Follow along with the recipe and work rhubarb into this cake mix, or get creative by substituting your favorite fruit. We're confident that the result will be spectacular.
Tahini and Almond Cookies
We couldn't end this list of fantastic almond meal recipes without including our favorite cookie recipe. An unlikely pair, tahini and almond meal, are mixed to create a flavor combo that will leave your tastebuds mesmerized. Additionally, combining almond meal with traditional flour helps these Tahini and Almond Cookies become a low-cal, low carb, low sugar, and soy-free version of this famous treat. Not too sweet with excellent texture, it's a dessert that everyone will want a bite of.
And there you have it! Ten of our favorite almond meal recipes that you can bake up in no time. When cooking with almond meal, it's important to remember that it cannot be substituted for traditional flour at a 1-to-1 ratio. Instead, almond meal is often mixed with several nut-based flours to help recreate the chewy and bouncy texture that gluten provides. Additionally, almond flour can be used alongside wheat, and all-purpose flours to add a bit of fun, flavor and body to a recipe.
Whether you're new to baking with almond meal or are simply searching for unique and fun ways to use it, we're sure that the list above will suffice. From the Bob's Red Mill Family to yours, we hope you have a great day full of freshly baked goods.
Know of another way to use almond flour? We'd love to hear more about it. Reach out to us with your almond meal recipes in the comments below. We can't wait to hear from you!
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