Is Ground Almonds the Same as Almond Flour?

Jump to Recipe -

This is a complete recipe guide about the differences between Ground Almonds and Almond flour in terms of cooking and baking. Both ground almond meal and almond flour are the best options for gluten-free baking, and they are quick and easy to make, perfect for making in small batches.

Plates with almond flour and ground almonds. — Is Ground Almonds the Same as Almond Flour?. Photo credit: Tiny Batch Cooking.

I remember the first time I tried making almond flour for a small cake. I was unsure if it would work out, but it turned out perfectly, just like what I needed. That taught me about the differences between these two ingredients, and I am excited to share it with you.

Difference Between Almond Flour Vs Ground Almond Meal

Almond flour and ground almonds are different, even though they might seem similar. To simply explain it, almond flour is made from almonds with the skins taken off while ground almonds or almond meal are made with the skins on, so they are coarser and crunchier than flour.

Small Batches of Almond Flour and Ground Almonds in Baking

When you like baking and cooking just for yourself or a small group, making small batches of almond flour or ground almonds is perfect because you do not waste ingredients, and you can make just the right amount for your recipes.

That is my purpose in building this tiny batch cooking website where I only cook enough for one or two people. It just helps keep things fresh and simple.

Three dark plates arranged on a table. The nearest plate contains almond flour, the middle plate has ground almonds, and the farthest plate holds a mix of whole nuts. Scattered nuts are on the table. — Plates with almond flour and ground almonds.

Recipes That Use Almond Flour

Almond flour is great for recipes where you need a light, smooth texture. It works well in things like almond cookies, cakes, or bread. I love making a small batch of almond flour cookies when I want something sweet but don’t want a lot of leftovers.

Almond flour is really perfect for those times when you just want a quick treat without a lot of hassle.

Recipes That Use Ground Almonds

Ground almonds are great for recipes that need a bit of texture since they add a nice crunch to things like crumbles, muffins, or pancakes. I mostly use ground almonds for my daughters’ favorite macarons because they always work better when made from ground almonds.

Easy Instructions for Creating Ground Almonds and Almond Flour

Let me share with you how to make both finely ground almonds and almond flour with easy steps for you to follow. Just prepare a blender and you are all set.

A small black plate filled with almond flour sits in the foreground, with two other plates containing assorted food ingredients blurred in the background. — A small plate filled with almond flour.

Must-Have Tools for Your Kitchen

Magic Bullet Blender: Use this blender is perfect for making small batches of almond flour or ground almonds.
Container for Storage: Glass jars work well to store and keep your almond flour or ground almonds fresh.

Key Ingredients:

Almonds: You can use blanched almonds for finer almond flour or raw almonds with skins for a coarser almond meal.

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

Detailed Directions for Making Almond Flour and Ground Almonds

One: Prepare Almonds

For making these two recipes, prepare your almonds in two forms. One with skins, and one without skins or blanched almonds.

Two bowls of almonds, one with whole raw almonds and the other with blanched almonds, sit on a white surface with a flowing white cloth. Text asks if ground almonds are the same as almond flour. — Ingredients for Is Ground Almonds Same as Almond Flour.

Two: Grind Almonds

Place your peeled and unpeeled almonds on separate magic bullet cups and start grinding them. Pulse the blender a few times instead of pressing to make sure you control the consistency.

Side-by-side images. Left: Two containers with almonds, one with whole almonds and one with blanched almonds. Right: A hand holding a blender with ground almonds inside. — Grinding almonds with skin and blanched almonds.

Three: Finish and Store

After grinding the almonds, take out the cup from the blender and check if the consistency of both ground almond meal and almond flour is okay for you. If there are still large pieces of almonds, you can just grind them again.

Two small containers on a light wooden surface, each filled with different granulated powders. Almonds are scattered around them. A white cloth partially covers the scene. — Ground almonds and almond flour in blender cups.

Pro Tips for Best Results for Making Almond Flour and Almond Meal

Blend your almonds in small amounts because when blended too much, it can lead to almond butter.
If your almond flour is oily, let the almonds dry out fully before grinding.
Optionally, you can sift the mixture after grinding the almonds, especially for the almond flour to catch any larger pieces.

Common Questions Answered

Is Making Homemade Almond Meal and Flour Easy?

Yes, making almond meal or flour at home is super easy and I keep making small batches every time I need them. The best thing is it only takes a few minutes and is even better than the store-bought ones. Instead of using regular flour and wheat flour, I just make these.

Can I Use Blanched Almonds Instead of Natural Almonds?

Yes, you can. Blanched almonds are best for almond flour, while natural almonds are best for ground almonds. If you do not have time for blanching, you can use peeled, soaked almonds, but make sure they are fully dried before grinding them.

Two black plates with almond flour and ground almonds. Three brown almonds and two peeled almonds are scattered between the plates. — Two plates with almond flour and ground almonds.

Proper Storage Tips for Ground Almonds and Almond Flour

To preserve both ground almonds and almond flour, keep them in an airtight container and store them in a cool, dark place, or put them in the fridge or freezer for longer storage. Having leftovers even making small batches is normal, so might as well prepare for storing even for small batches.

Additional Recipes You’ll Love

As we are in the health part of the recipes, I would love you to consider making apricot jam without sugar and preservatives for morning enjoyment.

Another great option is making our Air Fryer cabbage steaks without any extra oil and done in minutes.

Pin This Recipe for Later

Two plates are shown: left with ground almonds, right with almond flour. The text asks, "Is ground almonds the same as almond flour?" The backdrop is gray, and the website URL is tinybatchcooking.com. — Plates with ground almonds and almond flour.

Need Support or have Questions? Join our Free Facebook Group.

For weekly New Recipes and a FREE E-Book get into our NEWSLETTER.

Printable Recipe Card

We Appreciate Your 5-Star Rating