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How to peel (blanch) almonds is a step-by-step guide to getting the peel of almonds. You may not need this everyday, but here it is for when you need skinned almonds for a recipe.

A glass bowl of almonds

Getting the peel off almond was the hurdle I faced when I went to make the very popular Florentine cookies. The recipe called for peeled almonds but I couldn’t find them so I researched how to do it myself.

It’s so easy and I’m sure you pay more for peeled because someone had to peel them, so I did the work.

How to Peel (Blanch) Almonds – Step by Step

Place a small saucepan of water over high heat until it comes to a boil. Add the almonds and boil for 1 minute, NO LONGER, or they will soften.

Almonds boiling in a pan of water

Drain the almonds and run under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool them down.

Boiled almonds being rinsed under water

When the almonds are cool enough to handle, removing the skins is easy. Just squeeze them between your fingers and the skin will come right off.

A bowl full of peeled almonds

Recipes using peeled almonds

The almonds can be used to make Florentine Cookies and Almond Banana Bread.

Florentine cookies are lace cookies made from chopped almonds with orange & vanilla. They are then sandwiched with chocolate and you get the most delicious cookies.
Almond banana bread on a cutting board with a butter knife
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How to Peel (Blanch) Almonds

5 from 33 votes How to peel (blanch) almonds is a step-by-step guide to getting the peel off almonds. Course Side dishesCuisine American Prep Time 1 minute Cook Time 1 minute Total Time 2 minutes Servings 4 Calories 162kcal Author Janette

Ingredients

  • 5 ounces (140 grams) raw unsalted almonds, skin on
  • Medium saucepan of water

Instructions

  • Over high heat, bring the saucepan of water to a boil.
  • Add the almonds and boil for 1 minute, no longer because they will soften.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water to cool and stop them from cooking.
  • Spread onto a towel and rub them until the peels come off. Dry and use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 162kcal | Protein: 6g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Fiber: 4g Tried this recipe?Please leave a review

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