Learn how to make homemade almond flour! Then use it in gluten-free baking recipes or add to baked goods to get an extra moist texture.
Homemade almond flour is a fantastic ingredient to have on hand. Like coconut flour, it's Paleo approved, low carb and often found in grain-free baking recipes. However, the uses of almond flour do not stop there, as it can be used in several recipes. I love combining it with other flours to give baked goods an extra moist texture.
Lately, I've been making my own homemade almond flour. From start to finish, the whole process takes less than a minute and is much more economical than buying it on the market. Keep reading to find my method of how to make homemade almond flour, along with my favorite almond flour recipes!
RECIPE INGREDIENTS:
Before we talk about how to make homemade almond flour, first let's talk about the ingredients of almond flour.
Almond flour is made with only one ingredient, almonds.
As you already know, almonds come in various types and shapes. Raw, unsalted, toasted, salted, rolled and these are just a few examples. But when it comes to making homemade almond flour, these 2 types of almonds below provide the best results:
Unsalted raw almonds with film: These are the raw almonds that are not processed and packaged after the hard shell is removed. They are ideal for making homemade almond flour.
Peeled (bleached) almonds: These are raw almonds without the film. However, you can peel the almonds at home or buy the already peeled almonds. But, peeled almonds are a little more expensive because of the work required to remove the film from each almond.
ATTENTION: The quantities of the ingredients are described in detail at the bottom of the page on the Recipe Card. Here I explain the ingredients of the recipe and their functions or substitutions. Keep reading to the end to see the full recipe!
You can easily tell the difference between whole grain almond flour (filmed almonds) and bleached almond flour (no film) just by looking at its color. If it is white, then it is bleached almond flour. However, if it has brown pieces (from the almond film), then it is the whole almond flour.
Therefore, almonds with film removed, will produce a finer and more delicate texture than almonds with film.
HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE ALMOND FLOUR?
Making homemade almond flour is quick and easy! Here's what you need:
- Start with 1 1/2 cups of almonds.
- Add the almonds to the potent blender and beat until thinner than a flour for about 10 seconds. Then stir to loosen any clump or large pieces near the base of the blender and process for a few more seconds. However, be careful not to beat for too long, or they will turn into almond paste!
- Finally, sift through the almond flour, and if you still have a few large pieces left, beat the leftovers again.
WHAT IS A GOOD SUBSTITUTE FOR ALMOND FLOUR?
FLOUR STORAGE:
- If you plan to use it in a week or two, put it in an airtight glass jar, close it tightly and store it in a dark, pantry-like place, but I would recommend storing it in the refrigerator.
- If you plan to use it after a week or two, put it in an airtight jar, close it tightly, and store it in the freezer for up to 6 months. When you need to use it, take it out of the freezer and let it reach room temperature, and use as instructed in the recipe.
HOW TO USE HOMEMADE ALMOND FLOUR?
How to Make Homemade Almond Flour
EQUIPMENT
- 1 High power blender
- 1 Hermetic Pot
- 1 Sieve
MAKINGS
- 1/<> cup almonds
- Hermetic glass pot, for storing flour
INSTRUCTIONS
- Beat the almonds in the high-speed blender until they have a fine texture, about 10 seconds, depending on your blender.
- Stir to loosen any large pieces of almonds near the base of the blender and process for a few more seconds. Don't beat your almonds too much, as they will start to turn into almond paste!