Organic Almonds Ground 125g/220g/350g

Ground almonds are blanched almonds — with their skins removed — that have been finely milled into a moist, slightly coarse flour. These certified organic ground almonds from Just Natural Organic are the essential ingredient in classic baking: frangipane, Bakewell tarts, macarons, financiers, and virtually every French patisserie recipe. Unlike regular wheat flour, ground almonds provide richness, moisture, and a tender crumb without adding starch.

They are naturally gluten-free and high in Vitamin E, magnesium, protein (21g/100g), and healthy monounsaturated fats. Ground almonds also contribute to the characteristic dense, moist texture of flourless almond cakes that remain good for days without drying out.

Certified organic by the Soil Association. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 125g, 220g and 350g.

Use as the base for frangipane filling in tarts and pastries. Replace up to 25–30% of flour in cake recipes for added moisture and richness. Use in macarons, financiers, and friands. Mix into crumble toppings for a nutty texture. Coat chicken or fish as a gluten-free breadcrumb alternative. Stir into energy balls with dates and coconut.

Recipe idea — Flourless Chocolate & Almond Cake: Melt 200g dark chocolate with 150g butter. Whisk in 4 eggs and 150g caster sugar until smooth. Fold in 150g organic ground almonds, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Pour into a lined 20cm tin and bake at 170°C for 25–28 minutes — the centre should still have a slight wobble. Dust with cocoa powder to serve. Naturally gluten-free, rich and deeply chocolatey.

Key nutrients: High in Vitamin E, magnesium, riboflavin (B2), calcium, phosphorus, and manganese. Naturally gluten-free with 21g protein and 11g fibre per 100g.

Ingredients: Organic Ground Almonds.

FAQs

What is the difference between ground almonds and almond flour?
Ground almonds and almond flour are often used interchangeably, but there is a subtle difference. Ground almonds are typically milled more coarsely from blanched almonds and have a slightly grainy texture. Almond flour (also called almond meal) is more finely milled and produces a smoother, more consistent result — preferred for macarons and fine pastry work. Just Natural Organic also sells a separate Almond Flour (500g) for those needing the finest grind.

Can I substitute ground almonds for flour in any recipe?
Ground almonds cannot replace wheat flour 1:1 in most recipes because they lack gluten (which provides structure and rise) and contain much more fat (which makes batters heavier). They work best as a partial substitution (up to 30% of flour content) in cakes, or in recipes specifically designed to use them as the primary flour, such as flourless cakes, frangipane, and macarons.

Are ground almonds the same as blanched almonds?
Ground almonds are made from blanched almonds (skin removed). They are not the same product — blanched almonds are whole and intact, while ground almonds have been milled into a flour. You can make ground almonds at home by briefly pulsing blanched almonds in a food processor, but commercial ground almonds are more finely and evenly milled.

⚠️ Price note: 220g: PriceTape £5.19 vs Linnworks £4.99 (+20p). 350g: PriceTape £7.69 vs Linnworks £6.99 (+70p). Prices set per PriceTape.

Are these gluten-free?
Yes — ground almonds are naturally gluten-free. Suitable for coeliac disease sufferers, though they are packed in a facility that handles other allergens including tree nuts and gluten-containing grains.