Natural Almond Meal
What is Natural Almond Meal?
Almond meal is made from ground almonds. It is a flour-like ingredient used in baking and cooking. It can be made from blanched or unblanched almonds, affecting its final color and texture.
Is Natural Almond Meal vegan?
Natural Almond Meal is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Natural Almond Meal gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Natural Almond Meal a major allergen?
Almond meal is derived from tree nuts, which are one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Natural Almond Meal used for?
Almond meal is often used as a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour in baked goods like cookies, cakes, and muffins.
Is Natural Almond Meal safe?
Almond meal is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Almond meal is often used as a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour in baked goods like cookies, cakes, and muffins. It adds a nutty flavor, moisture, and a denser texture to products. It can also be used as a binder or topping.
Health notes
Almond meal is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated almonds and their components, and they are considered safe for consumption. No specific health concerns are associated with typical intake of almond meal.
Allergen info
Almond meal is derived from tree nuts, which are one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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