Almond flour shows up in more of my baking recipes than any other flour, and these are the ones worth making again and again. My almond flour bread is one of the most popular recipes on this site, and my almond flour cookies aren’t far behind.
This list has my best almond flour recipes in one place: bread, muffins and scones, a savory quiche crust and crackers, then cookies and brownies. All of them are gluten-free (if a recipe uses oats, choose certified gluten-free oats).
Why I Love Baking With Almond Flour
Almond flour is simply blanched almonds ground into a fine powder. Compared to white flour, it’s higher in protein, fiber and healthy fats and much lower in carbs, so baked goods made with it keep you full longer and don’t send your blood sugar on a roller coaster.
It also makes baking easier in some ways. There’s no gluten to overwork, so you can’t end up with tough muffins or cookies. Stir it together and you’re done.
Almond Flour vs. Almond Meal
This one trips people up. Almond flour is made from blanched almonds (skins removed) and is finely ground. Almond meal is made from whole almonds with the skins on and is coarser. For the recipes below, use superfine blanched almond flour unless the recipe says otherwise. Almond meal makes baked goods denser and grainier.
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My 15 Best Almond Flour Recipes
The Perfect Almond Flour Bread Recipe
My most popular bread recipe, and for good reason. Almond flour and a few simple ingredients turn into a wonderful gluten-free loaf. Make it exactly as written for the best results.
Almond Flour Banana Bread Recipe (GF)
This almond flour banana bread recipe is healthy, delicious, and easy to make. It’s lower in carbs than traditional banana bread but doesn’t sacrifice any flavor. Enjoy!
Almond Flour Blueberry Muffin Recipe
We love this easy almond flour blueberry muffins recipe. This particular recipe makes 36 mini muffins. A mini muffin tin works best here to get them to cook through; I’ve tried it with standard-size tins and they just don’t turn out the same.
Healthy Chocolate Banana Bread Mini Muffins Recipe
Bite-size chocolate banana bread muffins made with almond flour, ripe bananas and a little honey or maple syrup. Perfect for lunchboxes.
Incredible Almond Flour Scones Recipe (GF)
Almond flour scones are healthy, incredibly delicious, and super easy to make! With just 7 ingredients, you can whip up a batch quickly and easily.
Almond Flour Quiche Crust (Gluten-Free)
A buttery, press-in crust made with almond flour and olive oil. No rolling pin, no chilling, and it holds up beautifully under any quiche filling.
Almond Flour Crackers with Herbs (Gluten-Free Recipe)
These gluten-free almond flour crackers with rosemary and thyme are crisp, savory, and incredibly easy to make with just a few ingredients. They’re perfect for snack boards, cheese plates, or a simple midday snack. I love making these for girls’ night or gatherings, and they’re always a hit with anyone who eats gluten-free.
Perfect Almond Flour Cookies
Make this delicious Almond Flour Cookies recipe. With just 5 ingredients, they’re gluten-free, easy, and perfect for a healthy treat. This recipe makes 12 (2-inch) round cookies.
The Best Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
My go-to chocolate chip cookie made with almond flour instead of white flour. Chewy in the middle, golden on the edges, and lower in sugar than most.
Almond Flour Pumpkin Cookies (Gluten-Free)
These soft pumpkin almond cookies are lightly spiced, naturally gluten-free, and perfectly thick with tender centers and lightly crisp edges. Arrowroot starch gives them the structure almond flour alone can’t, so they hold their shape and bake up like real cookies (not puddles). They’re cozy, not overly sweet, and perfect with coffee or tea in the fall.
Easy Healthy Shortbread Cookies (Gluten-Free)
Simple, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread made with almond flour. They’re gluten-free, dairy-free and egg-free, and nobody will guess.
5-Ingredient Almond Flour Christmas Cookies
Enjoy these delicious gluten-free Almond Flour Shortbread Cookies! With just 5 ingredients and 10-12 minutes of bake time, these buttery, crumbly cookies are made with wholesome ingredients and have a touch of sweetness. Customize with orange zest, lemon zest, or sprinkles to match your festivities or occasion.
Healthy Power Cookies (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
Hearty, chewy cookies made with oats, almond flour and hemp seeds. They’re vegan and gluten-free, and they keep you full far longer than a regular cookie.
Almond Flour Brownies (Fudgy & Gluten-Free)
Easy almond flour brownies that are fudgy, chewy, and naturally gluten-free. A healthier twist on classic brownies, made in one bowl with simple pantry ingredients. Use an 8×8-inch baking dish for best results.
Gluten-Free Apple Crisp Recipe
This recipe for apple crisp is one of my all-time favorites! It’s easy to put together and everyone loves it. Note: Use an 8×8 baking dish or equivalent.
FAQs About Almond Flour Recipes
Can I substitute almond flour for regular flour?
Not one-to-one. Almond flour has no gluten and much more fat and moisture than wheat flour, so swapping it into a regular recipe usually gives you flat, oily results. Use recipes developed for almond flour, like the ones above.
Is almond flour healthier than regular flour?
For most people, yes. It’s higher in protein, fiber and healthy fats, lower in carbs and naturally gluten-free. It is higher in calories, so baked goods made with it are more filling.
Why did my almond flour baked goods turn out flat or greasy?
The most common culprit is almond meal instead of blanched almond flour. Measuring by scooping can also pack in too much flour. Spoon it into the measuring cup and level it off, or use a kitchen scale.
How should I store almond flour?
Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 6 months or the freezer for up to a year. The natural oils can go rancid at room temperature.
Are almond flour recipes keto?
Many are low in carbs, but not all of the recipes here are keto because some use maple syrup, honey or bananas. Check each recipe card for the ingredients.
If you only make one recipe from this list, make The Perfect Almond Flour Bread. Then try the Almond Flour Cookies for something sweet.
Do you have a favorite almond flour recipe? Tell me in the comments!
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