How to Blanch Almonds
Unlock the secret to effortlessly peeling almonds with this simple guide on **how to blanch almonds**—a must-have kitchen skill for bakers, snack lovers, and home cooks alike! This quick, 5-minute technique uses just two ingredients—raw almonds and water—to achieve perfectly skinless almonds, unveiling their smooth, creamy texture ideal for desserts, sauces, and savory dishes. By briefly boiling the almonds and then shocking them in cold water, their skins slip off with ease, saving you time and effort in the kitchen. Whether you're preparing a silky almond milk, a luscious marzipan, or adding a gourmet touch to your favorite dishes, this easy blanching method is a game-changer. Follow this step-by-step process for fresh, skin-free almonds that are ready to elevate any recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 2 cups water
Instructions
Measure 1 cup of raw almonds and set aside.
In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the water reaches a rolling boil, carefully add the raw almonds to the saucepan.
Allow the almonds to boil for exactly 1 minute. Do not boil longer, as this will soften the almonds too much.
After 1 minute, immediately drain the almonds using a colander or fine-mesh sieve, discarding the hot water.
Transfer the hot almonds to a bowl of cold water or place under running cold water for 1-2 minutes to cool them down quickly.
Once the almonds are cool enough to handle, pinch each almond between your fingers, sliding off the skin. It should peel off easily. Discard the skins.
Pat the blanched almonds dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel and use them as needed in your recipe or store in an airtight container for later use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
816 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.4 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 29.9 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 408 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1034 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
