{"product_id":"almonds-blanched-insecticide-free-500g","title":"Almonds Blanched Insecticide Free 500g","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSourced from Casarosa Almonds in South Australia, these Australian-grown blanched almonds are made by removing the thin brown skin from raw almonds to create a creamy, smooth-textured nut. With their mild, buttery flavour and versatile texture, they’re a pantry staple for bakers, nut milk makers, and health-conscious cooks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Grower\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThese almonds are grown by the Casaretto family at \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCasarosa Almonds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, near Taylorville in South Australia’s Riverland region. Under their retail brand \u003ci\u003eThe Almond Farmer\u003c\/i\u003e, the Casarettos specialise in high-integrity, pesticide-free almonds — handling every step of the process from growing and harvesting to hulling, shelling, sorting and packing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eTheir approach prioritises environmental stewardship, soil health, and minimal inputs — a genuine alternative to the heavily sprayed almond monocultures often found in conventional orchards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Are Blanched Almonds?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBlanched almonds are simply raw almonds that have had their \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eskins removed\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This is done by briefly boiling the almonds, cooling them, and then mechanically removing the skin. The result is a \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewhite, smooth almond\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with a cleaner appearance and lighter flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBlanching doesn’t affect the core nutrients of the almond, but it does reduce the tannins found in the skin — which some people prefer for both taste and digestibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBlanched almonds are incredibly versatile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eUse whole in baking, nougat, and chocolate bark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGrind into almond flour or marzipan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eToast lightly for a golden crunch in salads and pilafs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBlend into almond milk for a smoother, milder flavour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eCrush or slice for a garnish on cakes, cereals, or roasted vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy We Love Them\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% Australian-grown\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by the Casaretto family\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePesticide-free\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and fully traceable from orchard to pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGently processed without irradiation or fumigation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eFree from bitter skin tannins — sweeter and more neutral in flavour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eIdeal for those with sensitive digestion or a preference for smooth textures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre these almonds certified organic?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eNo, but they are grown under a pesticide-free regime with full traceability and high-quality on-farm processing. Casarosa’s standards exceed many conventional certifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s the difference between raw and blanched almonds?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eRaw almonds retain their skin; blanched almonds have had the skin removed. This makes them lighter in flavour and ideal for recipes requiring a smooth texture (like marzipan or almond milk).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo blanched almonds still contain nutrients?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes — the blanching process removes only the skin, preserving the high levels of \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ehealthy fats, plant protein, vitamin E\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emagnesium\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e that almonds are known for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use blanched almonds to make almond flour?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAbsolutely. In fact, most almond flour is made from ground blanched almonds. Simply grind them in a food processor or high-speed blender.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow should I store them?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eStore in an airtight container in a \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecool, dry place\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. For longer shelf life, keep them in the fridge or freezer to prevent oxidation of the oils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casarosa Almonds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43634910003311,"sku":"ALM-BLCH-CAS-500G","price":11.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/3422\/9615\/files\/Australian-grown-blanched-almonds.jpg?v=1758865680","url":"https:\/\/wholesale.sovereignfoods.com.au\/products\/almonds-blanched-insecticide-free-500g","provider":"Sovereign Foods Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}