Almond Flour

Flours & Grains

Finely ground blanched almonds, popular in gluten-free and low-carb baking.

Almond Flour: Finely ground blanched almonds, popular in gluten-free and low-carb baking.
Reviewed by the CupOrGram Editorial TeamSources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData Central, in-house testingMethodology

Properties

Density Index
0.40 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
96g
Texture
Dry
Category
Flour
Top Substitute

Hazelnut Flour

Use 1:1

Very similar properties and fat content. Adds a distinctive hazelnut flavour.

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Conversions

cupsgrams
1/4 cups24.0 grams
1/3 cups32.0 grams
1/2 cups48.0 grams
1 cups96.0 grams
1.50 cups144 grams
2 cups192 grams
3 cups288 grams
4 cups384 grams
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
Density: 0.4 g/ml
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Ingredient-specific, density-based conversions for baking

1 cups of Almond Flour equals 94.6 grams
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Substitutions for Almond Flour

Storage Tips

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 6 months. Freeze for up to 1 year.

Baking Science

High in fat (50%) and protein (21%), zero gluten. Creates moist, dense baked goods. The fat content means recipes need less added fat.

Recipe Context

For cakes: use weight to avoid dense crumb from over-measuring.

For bread: control hydration by weighing flour and liquids together.

For cookies: 10-20g extra flour can reduce spread noticeably.

Common Pitfalls

  • Switching brands without re-checking weight can change texture and bake time.
  • Using volume-only measurements for dense ingredients can overshoot recipe targets.
  • Scooping directly from the bag compresses flour and can make bakes dry.

Brand Variance & Measuring Method

Baseline reference: 1 cup almond flour = 96g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 84g-108g per cup (12% band).

Why this happens: flours and grains compact differently based on scoop method, humidity, and grind fineness.

Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).

Common Questions

How many grams is 1 cup of almond flour?

1 cup of almond flour weighs 96 grams.

What can I substitute for almond flour?

Oat Flour (1:1 by volume), Coconut Flour (Use 1/4 cup coconut flour per 1 cup almond flour, increase eggs/liquid), Hazelnut Flour (1:1)

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