WHOLE – Natural or Blanched
Typical Uses:
- Natural almonds: versatile and suitable for all-around use
- Blanched: works well as an attractive garnish, either as is or roasted to bring out the flavor and color
- Natural, roasted or flavored snacks
Embedded or enrobed in chocolate - Ingredients for confectionery, energy bars, bakery
- Inputs for processing
SLICES or FLAKES –
Natural or Blanched
Typical Uses:
- Topping for salads
- Ingredient for cereal
- Coating for savory dishes
- Garnishing for baked goods, desserts
SLIVERS or HALVES – Natural or Blanched
Typical Uses:
- Roasted or flavored snacks
- Ideal for stir-fries and grain dishes
- Ingredient for baked goods, cereal
- Texture for confectionery
- Topping for prepared foods, salads
DICED or CHOPPED – Natural or Blanched
Typical Uses:
- Topping for dairy items, baked goods
- Work well for stuffings and coatings
- Coating for ice cream bars
- Filling for bakery, confectionery
- Crust for meats, seafood
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