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Energy
612 kcal · 31% DV target
A dense, gluten-free baking staple made from blanched nuts, almond flour provides a rich, buttery crumb and a profile dominated by heart-healthy fats and plant-based protein.
Almond flour provides a high concentration of monounsaturated fats, which are consistently linked to a lower risk of heart disease when they replace saturated fats in the diet .610
Almond consumption does not result in weight gain, according to recent meta-analyses, despite the high energy density of the nut .5
Almonds may help manage systemic inflammation, as a systematic review and meta-analysis found that regular consumption significantly decreased serum C-reactive protein (a marker of inflammation) in at-risk populations .2
Early research suggests that almond consumption may influence energy metabolism and the gut microbiome, potentially modulating how the body responds to dietary sugar intake .8
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
612 kcal · 31% DV target
21.1 g · 42% DV target
55.8 g · 72% DV target
4.20 g · 8% DV target
4.43 g · 22% DV target
Not a benefit — best kept low
0.27 g · Top 12% of nuts & seeds
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Store in a cool, dark place to prevent oils from turning rancid.
Extends freshness significantly.
Almond production is associated with extremely high water stress and pesticide use in concentrated regions like California.
It takes approximately 1.1 gallons of water to grow a single almond, making the flour one of the most water-intensive plant-based ingredients to produce.