Almond Flour Recipes: An Alternative to Wheat Flour Cookbook for Celiac, Paleo, and Gluten Free Diets
Author: Dogwood Apps
Date: 2013-06-20T04:00:00+00:00
Keywords: Cookbooks; Food & Wine; Cooking by Ingredient; Natural Foods; Special Diet; Gluten Free; Paleo; Wheat Free; Health; Fitness & Dieting; Diets & Weight Loss; Diseases & Physical Ailments; Abdominal; Two Hours or More (65-100 Pages); Disorders & Diseases
Description: Introducing the Almond Flour Recipe Book from Dogwood Apps! What is almond flour? Made by grinding almonds, almond flour has become one of the most popular alternatives to the traditional flour options people use for cooking and baking. Almond flour is made using sweet almonds that are blanched. This means that the skin from the almonds is removed before they are ground to allow only the core of the almond to be processed. This is where almond flour differs from almond meal though the terms are used interchangeably. Almond meal is made using non-blanched almonds, that being the only difference

Almond Flour Recipes

An Alternative to Wheat Flour Cookbook for Celiac, Paleo, and Gluten Free Diets

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Table of Contents

Disclaimer

Introduction

What Is Almond Flour?

Health Benefits of Almond Flour

Low on the Glycemic Index

A Great Source of Protein

Reduce Your Carbohydrate Intake

Boosts Antioxidant Count

Source of Natural Fats

Fights Heart Disease

Provides Magnesium and Potassium

Improves Your Appearance

Cooking With Almond Flour

Prepare Your Own

Storing Almond Flour

Cooking for Beginners

Mixing Almond Flour

Time Taken

Risks Using Almond Flour

Lots with Oxalates

Calorie Intake

High on Omega-6 Fatty Acids

Heavy Oxidation

Culinary Uses

Baking

Fillings

Frying

Sauces

Almond Flour Recipes

Cranberry Almond Loaf

Almond Flour Muffins

Almond Flour Biscuits

Almond Flour Bran Muffins

Almond Flour Breakfast Bars

Almond Flour Flapjacks

Muesli Scones

Almond Flour Pancakes

Almond Flour Bread

Matzo Ball Soup

Chicken Parmesan

Carrot Kugel

Carrot Cake

Coconut Bars

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Almond Flour Honey Cake

Fig Newtons

Almond Flour Orange Cake

Almond Flour Fish Sticks

Almond Flour Shrimp Cakes

Chicken Piccata

Almond Flour Butter Cookies

Almond Flour Chocolate Cream Pie

Almond Flour Nutty Bread

Almond Flour Dark Rye Bread

Almond Flour Chardonnay Crackers

Almond Flour Nacho Cheese Triangles

Almond Flour Peach Crisp

Almond Flour Cranberry Orange Scones

Almond Flour Bread 2.0

One More Thing

Conclusion

Introduction

When it comes to flour, people have a wide variety to choose from. From whole wheat and whole grain to the traditional grains, there is no dearth of options. Yet, a healthier and better alternative is almond flour.

As the name clearly implies, almond flour, or almond meal as it is popularly known, is made by grinding almonds. Almonds remain one of the most widely consumed dry fruits. Moreover, almonds are known for their health benefits, all of which you can enjoy through almond flour.

But, you may be apprehensive about the taste and the range of recipes you can use almond flour in. This book gives you a detailed description of what almond flour is, plus all its health benefits and how you can cook with it.

To make it more enticing for you, we have a detailed list of 30 amazing recipes you can try at home using almond flour. That way, you don’t have to rely on trial and error to make best use of this wonderful flour.

We will also highlight some of the risks associated with using almond flour so you are able to make a sound judgment regarding whether you should use it or not. After all, it is you who has to purchase and use almond flour as the basic ingredient for a variety of dishes.

So, read on till the very end of this eBook to learn all you need to know about almond flour.

What Is Almond Flour?

Made by grinding almonds, almond flour has become one of the most popular alternatives to the traditional flour options people use for cooking and baking. Almond flour is made using sweet almonds that are blanched. This means that the skin from the almonds is removed before they are ground to allow only the core of the almond to be processed.

This is where almond flour differs from almond meal though the terms are used interchangeably. Almond meal is made using non-blanched almonds, that being the only difference. However, there is not much difference except that almond flour is a little sweeter since the skin is removed before the almonds are ground. It is up to you to decide which option you want to choose.

The main difference between almond flour and other types of flour you find on the market is the low carbohydrate content, increased moisture when baking and the absence of gluten. Nutritionists agree that almond flour can be the base for you to follow a gluten-free diet.

The reason why almond flour has become a popular option in the US is because of the easy availability of almonds. Around 80% of the world’s almonds are produced in California and it is the only state where almonds can be purchased commercially. 70% of the crop is shipped off to other countries but enough is left over for you to order online and make your own almond flour.

Even if you are unable to find almonds to order, you can buy almond flour. However, you do need to make sure the brand you purchase is reliable and provides the desired taste and health benefits you are looking for when cooking with almond flour. If you can make your own flour, that is the best possible option for you.

The use of almond flour is mostly in confectionary and baking. Pastries are among the most common items people make using this flour. This doesn’t at all mean that the list of recipes you can make are limited. In fact, 30 of the best recipes are described later in this eBook. You can then start making breads, desserts and much more with almond flour.

But for that, you have to read this eBook till the very end!

Health Benefits of Almond Flour

As with sugar, there are several types of flour available on the market. Yet, there has to be a solid reason for you to consider switching to a different type of flour than the one you are presently using. This is particularly more so when you have to think about using flour made by grinding nuts, which are almonds in our case.

Yet, the numerous health benefits almond flour provides will help change your mind about it. Even if you were apprehensive about using almond flour before, this won’t be the case when you learn how good it can be for your health. Let’s not waste any time and get straight to the health benefits.

Low on the Glycemic Index

The first distinct health benefit of almond flour is that it has a low glycemic index. This means that diabetics can consume it without having to worry about their blood sugar level spiking. This enables them to avoid using other types of flour which are not considered ideal for people suffering from diabetes. Moreover, the distinct almond flavor eliminates the need for using excessive sugar.

A Great Source of Protein

Your body needs protein. There is no other way to put this. Almonds are a great source of protein like most tree nuts you will come across. Since almond flour is made by simply grinding down almonds, there are no additives or substances that take away its natural goodness. This means that you get healthy protein your body needs through almond flour.

Reduce Your Carbohydrate Intake

Carbohydrates are also essential for your body but not beyond the optimum level. This is a concern with several other types of flour, especially the ones made from grain. They are high on carbohydrate content which leads to the level of carbohydrates in the body rising beyond what is needed. So, if you are looking to avoid grainy flours and reduce your carbohydrate intake, almond flour is a great option.

Boosts Antioxidant Count

The presence of free radicals in your bloodstream can cause damage to your blood cells. This could lead to major health problems in the long run. To fight free radicals, your body requires an adequate number of antioxidants. Almond flour can boost the antioxidant count in your body and ensure that free radicals aren’t able to cause as much damage.

Source of Natural Fats

Fat is generally considered bad for health but there are certain types of fat your body needs for optimum nutrition. Among these are natural fats that are found in almond flour. Once again, the fact that almonds are tree nuts contributes to this health benefit. Most tree nuts are good sources of natural fats.

This is backed by authentic research which shows that replacing natural fat from meat with nuts can reduce the risk of heart problems by around 30%. As we will see in the next health benefit, almond flour is considered to be great for heart health.

Fights Heart Disease

Perhaps the biggest of all health benefits almond flour provides is that it enables you to combat heart disease and ailments. It also boosts cardiovascular health. Most of the health benefits listed above also ensure your cardiovascular system remains strong and robust. The reason why almond flour is able to fight heart disease is because of monounsaturated fats.

If you are not familiar with monounsaturated fats, they are the same type of healthy fats that are found in olive oil. In fact, these fats are one of the reasons why health experts recommend people consume olive oil regularly. Coming back to the point, monounsaturated fats are good for your health and particularly for your heart.

In addition, using almond flour instead of any other type of flour will ensure the level of low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol remains in check after every meal. This is important for maintaining cardiovascular health and reducing the risk of heart failure and disease. In short, almond flour may be the best type of flour for a healthy heart.

Provides Magnesium and Potassium

Magnesium and potassium are among the various minerals and vitamins your body needs on a daily basis. The ideal daily average intake for a person should be around 400mg of magnesium. If you cook anything using ¼ cup of almond flour, it will easily make up around 25% of the required daily intake. Also, your body gets 257mg of potassium as well in the same serving!

Improves Your Appearance

This has much to do with the antioxidant count in the body. Antioxidants prevent damage to your cells along with the skin, hair and nails, each of which is important for maintaining your appearance. With an adequate level of antioxidants in your body, you appear younger and more vibrant and no visible signs of ageing emerge on your skin.

The health benefits of almond flour speak for themselves. They are numerous and varied, yet all of them ensure you remain healthy and fit so you don’t have to bear any serious health issues.

Cooking With Almond Flour

We have gone over the health benefits of almond flour in some detail in the previous chapter. There, you will have seen some of the reasons why cooking with almond flour is preferable to other types of flour. Yet, there are some other factors that need to be taken into consideration when assessing cooking with almond flour versus cooking with any other flour. Let’s go over some of them.

Prepare Your Own

Before the cooking starts, you need to have the flour ready.. All you have to do is get some almonds and then grind and crush them. If you have a food processor, it shouldn’t be much of a problem for you. You only need follow the basic instructions and the job will be done.

Compare this to making grain-based flour or any other type of flour at home. The effort involved is simply not worth your while. However, if you don’t have the time to make your own, you can buy it online. Still, preparing your own almond flour ensures the utmost quality and that no additives or other substances are used during the process.

Storing Almond Flour

This is where almond flour loses out to most other types of flour. Storing almond flour is a little complicated because of the fact that it needs to be kept in a cool place in an airtight container. This means you will need to make space in your fridge for the almond flour. If the quantity is small, that shouldn’t be a problem, but not if you are making jars and jars of it. If you keep it outside, it will go rancid pretty quickly.

Cooking for Beginners

When cooking with grain or other types of flours, you can follow any recipe and simply use the flour. This is because most recipes are described using these types of flour. To cook with almond flour, you will have to start off by following recipes that are based on it. You don’t need to lose sleep over that as this eBook has plenty of recipes for you to start out on.

Mixing Almond Flour

You can easily blend almond flour with starches, powders and flour types that are free of gluten. These include tapioca starch and whey powder. More particularly, you don’t need to use xanthan gum for mixing the flour with other items. Hence, people allergic to xanthan gum can switch to almond flour.

Time Taken

It might take some time for you to become a bona fide almond flour expert cook. Generally, this is not the case with most other types of flour. As you will have noticed in the points outlined above, cooking with almond flour might be a bit more complicated than with other types of flour. Yet, the taste and health benefits more than make up for the effort you put in.

Not to forget that there are 30 amazingly simple almond flour recipes in the coming chapters you can follow to get started with cooking with almond flour.

Risks Using Almond Flour

As you have seen, there are numerous health benefits of using almond flour over other types of regular flour. The foremost among these is that you can adopt a gluten-free diet if you consistently use almond flour for cooking and baking. The health benefits aside, there are certain risks associated with using almond flour you need to be wary of.

This is why it is important to know about them in advance. This of course does NOT mean that almond flour is not worth using or that it is bad for your health. But, at the same time, it is prudent that you understand the risks involved, particularly in excessive usage. When used in moderation, there shouldn’t be any problems for you to face.

And you don’t need to worry at all. You will find the information you require to minimize the risks inherent in using an excessive amount of almond flour as well. So, the purpose of highlighting these points is to ensure that you are well-informed.

Without further ado, here are the risks of using almond flour.

Lots with Oxalates

Oxalates are found in a high quantity in almond meal. Oxalates are basically molecules produced by plants as a protective measure. After all, they don’t want to be eaten by anyone, animal, insect or human. So, the oxalate is intended to keep insects away from the plants.

Hence, you can understand that the same substance may cause discomfort to some human beings as well. Although most human beings have a strong digestive system that counters this substance’s effect, some people may feel slight discomfort. Here are some issues that may arise because of the high oxalate count in almond flour.

- Digestive problems for people who are suffering from leaky gut syndrome or gut dysbiosis.

- Oxalates are also known to add to the uneasiness suffered by arthritis patients.

- Adverse reactions can occur in people suffering from attention deficiency disorders because of almond flour.

Almond flour contains a lot of oxalates. That being said, the people at risk are the ones suffering from the conditions listed above. Otherwise, the chances of oxalates on their own causing any health issues are minimal.

Calorie Intake

Almonds are among the healthiest dry fruits, but even you would know better than to eat an excessive amount. On average, an almond contains around 7 calories. This means normal almond consumption would result in a calorie intake of around 40 calories. Comparing this with the number of calories in one cup of almond flour, excessive consumption will increase your calorie intake.

It takes around 90 almonds to make one cup of almond flour. The almonds are ground and then processed to make the flour. However, the sheer number of almonds means that each cup of almond flour you use in a recipe contains well over 600 calories. For the ordinary Joe or Jane trying to watch their weight, this could make things difficult.

Even if you are using 1/4th cup per serving of any dish made from almond flour, it is equivalent to eating more than 20 almonds in one sitting, which you would agree is excessive. This is perhaps the biggest drawback of using almond flour. Excessive intake may cause weight gain, even if you enjoy the health benefits of the flour.

High on Omega-6 Fatty Acids

Omega-6 fatty acids are considered good for your health and one of the main reasons why a seafood diet is recommended for most people. However, at the same time, too much of them can also lead to health problems. This is the case when you use almond flour excessively. In almond flour, 20% of the fats are made up of omega-6 fatty acids.

Here are some of the health issues which may result:

- Thyroid function gets disturbed
- Metabolism slows down
- Antioxidants rendered impotent
- Inflammation occurs in the body
- Enzyme detoxification is hampered
- Estrogen dominates hormones

All these may turn into health problems you would have to deal with. Hence, you need to make sure you keep the level of omega-6 fatty acids in your body to a certain level.

Heavy Oxidation

As almond flour has polyunsaturated fatty acids, it isn’t suitable for heating too much. The problem here is that the fatty acids undergo the process of oxidation when heated, which causes them to break down and produce free radicals. You might know that free radicals are harmful for the body and have a degenerative effect, particularly to the cells in your body.

We have seen in the previous point regarding omega-6 fatty acids that antioxidants become impotent when too much of the acid is consumed. This is something you cannot avoid because fatty acids are a part of almond flour and you cannot separate them from the flour. Among the main functions of antioxidants is to fight free radicals in your body.

Now that the antioxidants aren’t functioning to their usual level, they won’t be able to eliminate the free radicals in your body. This means that free radicals can cause considerable damage to your cells since there is nothing in their way to counter them. Cell damage is the precursor to several major and minor health issues and something that has to be prevented.

These are some of the risks associated with using almond flour. As you can see, there are some issues related to health which you can develop by using almond flour in your diet on a regular basis. Yet, to cause damage, almond flour consumption has to be high. If you consume it moderately, there shouldn’t be any health problems resulting from it.

Once again, it is important to turn your attention towards the health benefits we covered earlier. Some of them will offset the risks that are inherent in almond flour directly so it shouldn’t be much of a concern for you. Still, if you feel the need to look for other options when it comes to grain-free flour, coconut flour is also a good choice you can make.

But, it is recommended that you stick to almond flour for now. The taste it brings to your food is incredible and the health benefits are numerous. The recipes that are covered in this eBook are all gluten-free as well!

Culinary Uses

The culinary uses of almond flour encompass various cooking activities you may undertake in the kitchen. In this regard, you can consider almond flour one of the best all-round flour types you can use for cooking, baking, frying, etc. Let’s look at the main culinary uses of almond flour.

Baking

As has been repeated incessantly throughout the eBook, almond flour can be the cornerstone of a gluten-free diet for you. Hence, it is often used as a substitute for wheat and grain flour when baking. There are a couple of distinct advantages of this. Firstly, the naturally nutty flavor of almonds is lent to whatever you bake with almond flour. It enhances the essence and taste of the items you bake.

Secondly, baking with almond flour ensures the item remains moist enough so that it can be baked to perfection. Some of the other types of flour are criticized for drying too early which leads to problems with baking later on. Add these two advantages to the fact that it is gluten-free and you can see why baking is a major culinary use of almond flour.

Fillings

Not only can you bake cakes and pastries using almond flour, but you can also use it to make the filling for them. Though almonds have a sour taste when eaten raw, its flour eliminates the taste and adds a nutty and sweet flavor to baked and cooked items. So, you can use almond flour to prepare the filling. The French have been known to do this for many years now.

Frying

Another culinary use of almond flour is for frying, or rather deep frying. You can coat any item you want to deep fry in almond flour and you will get a perfect coating. You can follow a simple recipe for making batter using almond flour which you can use for deep frying fish, chicken, vegetables, etc.

Sauces

One of the most popular culinary uses of almond flour is for thickening sauces and pastes. Usually people use corn flour but the starchy substance isn’t very good for your health. Instead, you can use almond flour and get the same effect without the health hazards.

These are some of the main culinary uses of almond flour. As mentioned at the beginning, the uses span across whatever you do in the kitchen, be it deep frying, baking, cooking or simply thickening sauces. You can try them yourself following the recipes provided in the next chapter. Yes, we have come to the main chapter of the eBook in which you will find 30 great almond flour recipes.

Almond Flour Recipes

This is where we get to the business end of the eBook. In this chapter, you will find 30 great recipes you can follow for cooking with almond flour. The best thing about these recipes is that all of them are gluten-free. Plus, the range of recipes covers breakfast dishes, desserts, starters and dinner items!

Cranberry Almond Loaf

Ingredients:

- ¾ cup creamy roasted almond butter
- Blanched almond flour
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ cup arrowroot powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ sliced almonds
- ¼ cup dried apricots
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup sesame seeds
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds

Instructions:

Using a blender, mix together almond butter, olive oil and eggs until they smoothen. In a separate bowl, combine arrowroot powder, baking soda and salt. Put the two mixtures together, and mix thoroughly. Add sliced almonds, apricots, cranberries and the seeds into the mixture.

Grease a loaf pan with some olive oil, and dust it with almond flour. Then pour the batter into the pan and sprinkle some almonds on top. Bake the bread at 350° for approximately 45 minutes and let it cool for an hour before being served. To ensure that the baking is done, insert a knife into the center of the loaf and see if it comes out clean or not.

Almond Flour Muffins

Ingredients:

- 1 cup blanched almond flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

Start with mixing together eggs, honey and vinegar. In a separate bowl, take almond flour and baking soda, and combine the two mixtures, stirring thoroughly.

Preheat the oven at 350°, and line a muffin pan with some brown paper. Pour the batter into the pan, and bake for 15 minutes, or until the edges turn brown. Let the muffins cool for 30 minutes before serving. This recipe yields only 4 muffins, but it is a flexible one, so you may double the ingredients to get double yield, or alter it according to your taste.

Almond Flour Biscuits

Ingredients:

- 3 cups blanched almond flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup coconut oil

Instructions:

Before starting with the recipe, it is essential to preheat your oven to the usual 350°, and line a baking sheet with brown paper.

In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and oil, and mix almond flour, baking soda and salt in another bowl. When the mixing is complete, combine the two mixtures, forming dough. Spread out the dough and, using a biscuit cutter or knife, to cut out rounds from the dough. Bake the dough for 15-18 minutes.

Almond Flour Bran Muffins

Ingredients:

- ½ cup blanched almond flour
- ½ cup organic golden flaxseed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup water
- ½ cup raisins
- 6 dates
- ¼ cup sesame seeds
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds

Instructions:

In a blender, mix eggs, water, olive oil and dates at high speed to make a smooth paste. Add a mixture of baking soda, flaxseed, salt and almond flour to this paste, and sprinkle the seeds and raisins on top.

Spoon the batter into a lined muffin pan, and bake at the standard 350° for almost 20 to 25 minutes. Leave the muffins to cool for at least an hour before serving.

Almond Flour Breakfast Bars

Ingredients:

- 1¼ cups blanched almond flour
- ¼ cup raisins
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup agave nectar
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup slivered almonds
- ½ cup pumpkin seeds
- ¼ cup dried cranberries

Instructions:

Take two mixing bowls. In one bowl, combine grape seed oil, vanilla extract and agave nectar, and put almond flour, baking soda and salt together in the other bowl. Stir these two mixtures separately, and then combine them together, stirring thoroughly to ensure proper mixing. Add coconut, almond, raisins, cranberries and seeds into the mixture.

Grease a baking dish with a bit of grape seed oil and, using wet hands, press the dough onto the dish. Pat the dough evenly. In a preheated oven, bake the dough at 350° for 20 minutes, and wait for two hours before taking the bars out.

Almond Flour Flapjacks

Ingredients:

- 1½ cups blanched almond flour
- 2 eggs
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup water
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup agave nectar
- Grape seed oil, for sautéing

Instructions:

In a blender, mix eggs, vanilla extract, agave nectar and water and blend on high speed to form a smooth batter. Add baking soda, almond flour and salt, and blend again to ensure proper mixing of the dry ingredients.

Use a skillet to warm grape seed oil on low heat, and pour the pancake batter onto it. When the flapjacks start to bubble, flip them over and cook the other side. Add more oil to the skillet as needed.

Muesli Scones

Ingredients:

- 2 cups blanched almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ tablespoon sea salt
- ¼ cup pistachios
- ¼ cup dried apricots
- ¼ cup sesame seeds
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup dried cranberries

Instructions:

Firstly, prepare a bowl of the dry ingredients by mixing almond flour, baking soda and salt, adding dried fruit and seeds. In a separate bowl, mix the egg and agave nectar together. Now you can follow the old step of combing the wet and dry ingredients, and stir thoroughly.

Using wet hands, form dough from the batter and shape it into a thick square. Cut the dough into small even squares, and put them on a baking sheet lined with brown paper. Bake the dough at 350° for 10-12 minutes, and serve these delicious treats.

Almond Flour Pancakes

Ingredients:

- 2½ cups blanched almond flour
- 8 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup salted butter
- 1 pinch sea salt
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Using a blender, mix almond flour, eggs, butter, cream, agave nectar, baking soda and salt on high speed, to make a smooth paste. On a skillet at medium heat, take 1 tablespoon butter, and pour the batter onto the skillet.

When bubbling occurs, flip the pancakes over and cook the other side. Remove from heat when cooked, and add more butter to make additional pancakes.

Almond Flour Bread

Ingredients:

- 2 cups of almond flour
- 5 eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- ½ cup coconut milk

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°, the standard temperature for all almond flour recipes. In a batter bowl, mix eggs, olive oil and coconut milk. In another bowl, mix almond flour, baking powder, sugar and salt, and combine the contents of both bowls, stirring them with a wooden spoon.

Using olive oil, lightly grease a loaf pan; ladle the batter onto the pan and put it into the oven. Bake the batter for approximately 25 minutes. Wait for it to cool down before enjoying it.

Matzo Ball Soup

Ingredients:

- 2 cups blanched almond flour
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable stock

Instructions:

This soup is the classic dish for a Passover meal, and it is the perfect remedy for cold and flu.

Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl, and add half of the salt, and pepper. Stir in the sifted almond flour. Leave the mixture in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours. Heat a large pot of boiling water, add one teaspoon salt to it, and drop the batter (rolled into thick balls) into the water. Reduce the heat, cover and let simmer for 20 minutes.

Heat the stock in a separate pot, and when the balls are prepared, remove them from the water using a slotted spoon. A serving of stock plus 2-3 matzo balls is an unforgettable treat.

Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients:

- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 cups blanched almond flour
- 2 eggs
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 cups water
- 1 bottle tomato paste
- 6 cloves crushed garlic
- 16 ounces mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

Firstly, cut the chicken into pieces to make cutlets, and pat them dry. Dip the pieces into whisked eggs, letting the excess run off, and coat them with almond flour. Melt the butter on medium heat using a skillet, and sauté the chicken cutlets until they are golden brown on both sides. Drain the chicken using a paper towel.

To prepare the sauce, mix tomato paste, crushed garlic and water in a pan and simmer for 15 minutes. Pour some of the sauce on top of a baking dish, spread the cutlets out, and cover with the remaining sauce. Place a layer of mozzarella cheese on top of the cutlets, and bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes.

Carrot Kugel

Ingredients:

- ¼ cup blanched almond flour
- 3 eggs
- 5 cups chopped carrots
- 1 tablespoon orange rind
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ cup honey

Instructions:

Boil the carrots for 20 minutes to make them soft. Then blend the carrots, honey, almond flour, eggs, cinnamon and orange rind in a blender at high speed. Place the mixture in a baking dish, lightly greased.

Bake the mixture for 1 hour at 350°. You have a choice to serve these delicacies straight from the oven, or refrigerate them to serve cold; the choice is entirely yours.

Carrot Cake

Ingredients:

- 3 cups blanched almond flour
- 5 eggs
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup walnuts
- 3 cups grated carrots
- ½ cup agave nectar
- ¼ cup grape seed oil
- 1 cup coconut cream

Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, mix almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Beat eggs in a separate bowl, and mix agave nectar and grape seed oil in them. Add carrots, raisins and walnuts to the egg mixture and stir. Once this is done, combine the contents of the two bowls and stir well.

Ladle the batter into two round cake pans, greased with oil, and bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes. Let the cake cool down, and spread coconut cream on top. Now you can enjoy your wonderful carrot cake.

Coconut Bars

Ingredients:

- ½ cup blanched almond flour
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup coconut milk
- ⅓ cup coconut oil
- 1½ cups unsweetened coconut, shredded.
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup honey

Instructions:

For this recipe, you would need a food processor to mix eggs, coconut milk, honey, coconut oil and vanilla extract. Gradually, add in almond flour, coconut flour, shredded coconut and salt and keep working the food processor.

Transfer the batter into a baking dish, and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Let the bars cool for another 30 minutes whilst in the oven, and place them in the refrigerator. These bars are best served chilled.

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients:

- 2 ½ cups blanched almond flour
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup agave nectar
- 10 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

Mix the almond flour, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl, and stir together butter, vanilla extract, chocolate chips and agave nectar in another bowl. Once this is done, combine the two ingredients to form dough.

Form small balls, of size 1 inch each, from the dough. Line a baking sheet with brown paper, and press these balls onto them. Bake at 350° for approximately 10 minutes, let cool, and serve.

Almond Flour Honey Cake

Ingredients:

- 2½ cups blanched almond flour
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons decaf ground coffee
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ cup agave nectar
- ¼ cup grape seed oil
- ½ cup boiling water

Instructions:

Put decaf coffee in a filter, and pass boiling water through it. Cool the liquid and throw away the coffee. Combine almond flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon and cloves in a bowl, and agave nectar, eggs, grape seed oil and the coffee liquid in another. Then combine the dry and wet ingredients, and add raisins to the mixture.

Grease a cake pan with some grape seed oil, and dust with almond flour. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes, and serve.

Fig Newtons

Ingredients:

- 2½ cups blanched almond flour
- 1 cup dried figs
- ½ cup agave nectar
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ cup yacon syrup
- ¼ cup grape seed oil
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup lemon juice

Instructions:

Chop the figs using a food processor, for about 30 seconds. Then add lemon juice and vanilla extract to make a smooth paste. Combine almond flour and salt in a mixing bowl, and use another bowl to mix agave nectar, yacon syrup, grape seed oil and vanilla extract. Mix the wet ingredients and place them in a refrigerator for 1 hour.

Divide the cooled dough into 4 parts, and place each part between two brown papers, shaping them into rectangles. Spread the paste lengthwise on the rectangles, and fold them half way down the long side. Place each bar on a brown paper lined baking sheet, and bake at 350° for almost 15 minutes. This recipe should yield 20 yummy cookies.

Almond Flour Orange Cake

Ingredients:

- 2 cups blanched almond flour
- 4 eggs
- 2 oranges
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ cup agave nectar

Instructions:

Boil 2 washed oranges, without removing their peel, for 1½ hours to make them soft, and blend them in a food processor. Add in almond flour, eggs, agave nectar, baking soda and salt and blend well.

Ladle the batter into a cake pan, and bake at 375° for 45-50 minutes. Use the ‘toothpick test’ to determine whether the cake is baked completely or not. Leave the cake in the pan for 2 hours, and then it is ready to be eaten.

Almond Flour Fish Sticks

Ingredients:

- 1 cup blanched almond flour
- 1 pound codfish
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup grape seed oil

Instructions:

Rinse the fish in cold water, and cut it into small sticks. Remove any bones. Prepare a bowl of whisked eggs, and another of flour mixed with salt. Firstly, dip the sticks into the eggs and then the bowl of flour and salt.

Pour 2 tablespoons grape seed oil and 2 tablespoons olive oil on a large skillet and place it on medium heat. Place only half of the sticks first, so there is enough room for them to cook properly. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, turning them over when they are brown. Place the cooked fish sticks on a paper towel to drain the oil, and commence the cooking of the other batch of sticks, again adding grape seed oil and olive oil to the skillet. It is up to you to choose any fish from the white fish category for this delicacy.

Almond Flour Shrimp Cakes

Ingredients:

- ½ cup blanched almond flour
- 1 egg
- 1 pound raw shrimp
- 1 bell pepper
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar
- 3 tablespoons grape seed oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
- ¼ teaspoon ground chipotle chili
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions:

Before starting, ensure that your shrimp is peeled and deveined. Chop the shrimp by placing it in a food processor. Mix the chopped shrimp, bell pepper, egg, agave nectar, salt, lime juice, garlic, scallions, chipotle and cilantro. Make 12 thick patties out of the mixture, and coat each with almond flour.

Warm 1 tablespoon grape seed oil in a large skillet, and cook 4 patties at a time on it. Turn the cakes after 5 minutes, or until they turn brown, and place them on a plate covered with a paper towel to drain the oil. Repeat this process with the remaining batch of cakes.

Chicken Piccata

Ingredients:

- ½ cup blanched almond flour
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup chicken stock
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon all purpose chef’s shake
- ¼ cup brined capers
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 5 tablespoons grape seed oil
- 5 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

Mix together almond flour, salt and chef’s shake. Then cut the chicken pieces into half horizontally, and place them between two pieces of brown paper. Pound the chicken breasts with a skillet to make them thick. Rinse them in cold water, and coat them thoroughly with the flour mixture.

In a large skillet, heat olive oil and grape seed oil, and add half of the chicken pieces. Spend around 3 minutes on each side to let the chicken turn brown. Place the cooked chicken pieces in a warm oven while you prepare the sauce.

To prepare the sauce, add lemon juice, capers and chicken stock to the skillet. Leave only half of the sauce, and add 3 tablespoons of grape seed oil. Just place the chicken breasts on a plate, pour sauce over it and enjoy.

Almond Flour Butter Cookies

Ingredients:

- 2½ cups blanched almond flour
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup agave nectar
- ½ cup salted butter

Instructions:

Put almond flour and salt in a food processor and run it very briefly. Add agave nectar, butter and vanilla extract and blend until it becomes smooth. Make 2 balls out of the dough, and place them on brown paper. Cover the balls from the top with another piece of brown paper, and roll them out. Freeze the balls for 30 minutes.

Cut out cookies from the dough, using a cookie cutter or knife, and place them on the baking tray. Bake the cookies at 350° for 5-7 minutes and leave them in the oven to cool for almost 30 minutes. If you find the dough is too soft, roll it between the brown papers again and place it in the freezer for another 10 minutes.

Almond Flour Chocolate Cream Pie

Ingredients:

- 1½ cup blanched almond flour
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ cup agave nectar
- 3 tablespoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ cup grape seed oil
- ¼ cup arrowroot powder
- 2 cups chocolate drops
- 13.5 ounces coconut milk

Instructions:

This dish is divided into two parts: the crust and the filling. To make the crust, combine almond flour, baking soda and salt in a mixing bowl, and take grape seed oil, vanilla extract and agave nectar. Combine the contents of the two bowls and stir thoroughly. Place the dough in a glass pie dish, and bake at 325° for approximately 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

To prepare the chocolate cream filling, boil coconut milk in a pot and add a pinch of salt to it. Add arrowroot powder to the pot and blend for 2 minutes. Then add agave nectar and vanilla extract. Turn the heat off and wait for 1 minute before adding chocolate. Stir vigorously until the chocolate melts completely. Chill the filling for ½ hour, and then stuff it into the crust, which would be cooled by now.

Almond Flour Nutty Bread

Ingredients:

- 1½ cups blanched almond flour
- 4 eggs
- ¼ cup organic golden flaxseeds.
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ¾ cup arrowroot powder
- ¼ cup walnuts
- ¼ cup pistachios
- ¼ cup hazelnuts
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup sesame seeds
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, blend eggs using a hand blender. Add agave nectar and vinegar into the eggs. Combine almond flour, baking soda, arrowroot powder, salt and flaxseed. Now merge the wet and dry ingredients, and add all the nuts and seeds into the batter.

Pour the batter into a loaf pan, and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes. Insert a toothpick in the center and see if it comes out clean. Leave the bread in the oven for at least 30 minutes for it to cool down.

Almond Flour Dark Rye Bread

Ingredients:

- 1 cup blanched almond flour
- 3 eggs
- ¼ cup water
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons caraway seeds
- ¾ teaspoon cream of tartar
- ¾ cup organic golden flaxseeds

Instructions:

Mix together almond flour, salt, flaxseeds, baking soda and cream of tartar in a mixing bowl, and eggs, oil, water and agave nectar in another bowl. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry and add caraway seeds. Leave the mixture to thicken for 2-3 minutes.

Scoop the batter into a greased loaf pan, and bake at 350° for approximately 30 minutes. Allow the bread to cool down for a while, and serve it cold.

Almond Flour Chardonnay Crackers

Ingredients:

- 1½ cups blanched almond flour
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons chardonnay grape seed flour
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt

Instructions:

Combine almond flour, chardonnay grape seed flour and salt in a mixing bowl, and add olive oil to the mixture, stirring it properly. Roll out the dough between two pieces of brown paper and, using a butter knife, cut out small squares of even size.

Line a baking sheet with brown paper, and transfer the squares to it. Bake the crackers at 350° for 9-10 minutes. Watch out that the crackers do not turn too brown.

Almond Flour Nacho Cheese Triangles

Ingredients:

- 2 cups blanched almond flour
- 1 egg
- 8 ounces grated cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, mix almond flour, cheese, salt, baking soda and chili powder. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg. Pour the dry ingredients into the egg, and knead the dough with hands to spread the ingredients evenly. Make a circle out of the dough, and cut even triangular slices out of it.

Line a baking sheet with brown paper and transfer the slices on it. Bake at 375° for at least 10 minutes.

Almond Flour Peach Crisp

Ingredients:

- 1½ cups blanched almond flour
- 6 large peaches
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ cup grape seed oil
- ¼ cup agave nectar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons arrowroot powder

Instructions:

Cut the peaches into small slices, and place them in a bowl. Add lemon juice, arrowroot powder and vanilla extract, and mix properly. In another bowl, mix together almond flour, salt, baking soda, grape seed oil and agave nectar. This is your topping.

Put the peach mixture in a baking dish and ladle the topping over it. Cover the dish and bake at 350° for 1 hour. Let the peach juice bubble, then remove the cover and allow the topping to turn golden brown.

Almond Flour Cranberry Orange Scones

Ingredients:

- 2 cups blanched almond flour
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs and add agave nectar. In a separate bowl, mix together almond flour, salt, baking soda, cranberries, orange zest and chocolate chips. Combine the two ingredients to form dough. Form 2 circles out of it, and cut each circle into even slices, like you cut a pizza.

Line a baking sheet with brown paper, and transfer the slices onto it. Bake the slices at 375° for 10 minutes, and serve hot.

Almond Flour Bread 2.0

Ingredients:

- 1½ cups blanched almond flour
- 4 eggs
- ¼ cup organic golden flaxseed
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ¾ cup arrowroot powder

Instructions:

Take a bowl and fill it with almond flour, salt, baking soda, arrowroot powder and flaxseeds. Using a blender, blend eggs in a bowl for 5 minutes, until frothy, and add honey and vinegar to them. Combine the contents of the two bowls and stir thoroughly.

Scoop the batter into a loaf pan that is nicely greased. Bake the bread at 350° for 30-35 minutes. Use a toothpick to check whether the bread is baked completely or not. Let the bread cool in the oven for a while, then take it out and serve.

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Conclusion

If you are looking to change your baking experience, it is time you switch to almond flour. The wonderful taste, the health benefits, the range of recipes, all are great excuses to make the conversion right away. Once you start cooking with almond flour, you will find it difficult to try other types of flour.

Cooking with almond flour is fun and the taste you get is out of this world. You don’t have to be a baking expert, but you have to push yourself that extra mile to master the recipes listed in this eBook. As promised in the beginning, we have covered fair ground on almond flour and what you need to know about it.

So, now that you know the health benefits, risks, culinary uses and recipes for cooking with almond flour, there is no reason for you to not give it a go. Simply follow what this eBook outlines for you and you will be able to start off on the right foot. Happy baking!

Table of Contents

Disclaimer

Introduction

What Is Almond Flour?

Health Benefits of Almond Flour

Low on the Glycemic Index

A Great Source of Protein

Reduce Your Carbohydrate Intake

Boosts Antioxidant Count

Source of Natural Fats

Fights Heart Disease

Provides Magnesium and Potassium

Improves Your Appearance

Cooking With Almond Flour

Prepare Your Own

Storing Almond Flour

Cooking for Beginners

Mixing Almond Flour

Time Taken

Risks Using Almond Flour

Lots with Oxalates

Calorie Intake

High on Omega-6 Fatty Acids

Heavy Oxidation

Culinary Uses

Baking

Fillings

Frying

Sauces

Almond Flour Recipes

Cranberry Almond Loaf

Almond Flour Muffins

Almond Flour Biscuits

Almond Flour Bran Muffins

Almond Flour Breakfast Bars

Almond Flour Flapjacks

Muesli Scones

Almond Flour Pancakes

Almond Flour Bread

Matzo Ball Soup

Chicken Parmesan

Carrot Kugel

Carrot Cake

Coconut Bars

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Almond Flour Honey Cake

Fig Newtons

Almond Flour Orange Cake

Almond Flour Fish Sticks

Almond Flour Shrimp Cakes

Chicken Piccata

Almond Flour Butter Cookies

Almond Flour Chocolate Cream Pie

Almond Flour Nutty Bread

Almond Flour Dark Rye Bread

Almond Flour Chardonnay Crackers

Almond Flour Nacho Cheese Triangles

Almond Flour Peach Crisp

Almond Flour Cranberry Orange Scones

Almond Flour Bread 2.0

One More Thing

Conclusion