Can you Substitute Almond flour for all purpose flour?
Almond flour: substitute 1:1 with all-purpose (white) flour. Note: Almond flour typically requires more egg or binding agent, so the recipe might need to be altered.
How do you make almond meal?
To make almond meal in a food grinder: Place a cup of raw or blanched almonds in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment and pulse for 50-60 times in 1-second increments. Stop and scrape the sides of the bowl of the processor every 10 seconds to make sure that they are ground evenly.
Can I substitute other nut flours for the almond flour?
Yes, as long as they are blanched and very finely ground. Try macadamia or cashew flour for the most similar results.
Can I substitute coconut flour for the almond flour in recipes?
No, coconut flour is much more absorbent and will call for a different ratio than the almond flour.
What type of almond flour do you use?
I always use a blanched, finely ground almond flour. Note: Bob’s Redmill is too coarse and will cause soggy baked goods. Almond meal is different from almond flour as it contains skins and is typically more coarsely ground. I find that almond meal is good for breading things but not good for baked goods. For more information on Almond Flour,