Ingredient

Almond Extract

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add almond extract to enhance the flavor of baked goods and confections. It …

What it is

Almond extract is a flavoring agent made from bitter almonds or synthesized benzaldehyde. It is commonly used to impart a sweet, nutty flavor reminiscent of almonds. The extract is typically produced by steeping almonds in alcohol and water, or by chemically creating benzaldehyde, which is the primary flavor compound.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add almond extract to enhance the flavor of baked goods and confections. It provides a strong, distinct almond taste that is popular in cookies, cakes, pastries, and ice cream. It is also used in some savory dishes and beverages for added complexity.

Health notes

Almond extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring. The amounts used in food are very small. JECFA has evaluated almond extract and did not specify an ADI. There are no widespread health controversies associated with its typical consumption.

Allergen info

Almond extract is derived from tree nuts, which are one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Almond Extract

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Conagra Brands HEALTHY CHOICE Country Herb Chicken Complete Meal, 11.35 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 87kcal 5.6Protein 1.6Fat 12.2Carbs Leslie's Organics, LLC Coconut Secret, Organic Coconut Macaroon Bar, Coconut, Coconut Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 420kcal 8Protein 28Fat 44Carbs Rudolph Foods Company, Inc. Cherries In The Snow Cookie Dough Crusts & Dough 429kcal 3.6Protein 17.9Fat 60.7Carbs Cranberry + Toasted Almond Gluten Free Bar, Cranberry + Toasted Almond GF & Company, LLC Cranberry + Toasted Almond Gluten Free Bar, Cranberry + Toasted Almond Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 414kcal 20.7Protein 17.2Fat 50Carbs Greenleaf Street Productions Thompson's Bakery, Sprinkle Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 500kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs Greenleaf Street Productions Thompson's Bakery, Sprinkle/Pecan Crescent Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 500kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs Seattle Gourmet Foods, Inc. Dilettante, Meltaway Truffles, Ephemere, Ephemere Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 425kcal 3.8Protein 27.5Fat 50Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Giant, Cracker Crisps, Raisin Almond & Rosemary Crackers & Biscotti 400kcal 13.3Protein 8.3Fat 70Carbs Snoqualmie Gourmet Ice Cream Snoqualmie, All Natural Custard, Almond Poppy Seed, Almond Poppy Seed Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 204kcal 3.5Protein 15.0Fat 22.1Carbs Kim and Jake's Cakes Kim & Jake's, Gluten-Free Cookies, Almonds Cocoa, Almonds Cocoa Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 509kcal 7.0Protein 28.1Fat 52.6Carbs Pressery LLC Pressery, Veggie Broth, Coconut Pineapple Lime, Coconut Pineapple Lime Canned Soup 26kcal 0Protein 0Fat 5.7Carbs Labree's Bakery Inc Home Style Sweetly Salted Pistachio Cupcakes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 408kcal 2.8Protein 21.1Fat 52.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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