Azar Blanched Sliced Almond, 1.75 Pounds, 6 Per Case

Ideal for baking, cooking, and garnishing. These versatile almonds are perfect for salads, desserts, entrees, and more.

Uses

Baking: Fold into cake batters, cookie doughs, muffin tins, and bread loaves for subtle nutty flavor and a tender crumb.
Salads: Scatter over green salads, grain bowls, and fruit salads for a light, crisp topping that holds its texture without wilting.
Desserts: Layer onto cakes, tarts, parfaits, and puddings as a finishing garnish, or press onto frosted edges for an even almond crust.
Entrees: Coat chicken, fish, or pork cutlets before pan-frying, or stir into rice pilafs and vegetable sautés for added depth.
Appetizers: Top crostini, cheese boards, and bruschetta with a pinch of sliced almonds for visual appeal and a gentle crunch.
Seafood dishes: Use as a breading for fillets or garnish over seared scallops and baked salmon for a refined, nutty finish.

Who Would Benefit

• Foodservice kitchens and catering operations needing a bulk sliced almond supply
• Bakeries producing cakes, cookies, tarts, and pastries with almond garnishes
• Restaurant chefs who garnish entrees, salads, and seafood with consistent almond slices
• Cafeterias and buffet operators topping salads and desserts at scale
• Home cooks who buy in bulk for frequent baking and cooking

Product Highlights

• Whole fresh almonds, blanched and sliced for a clean, skinless appearance
• Consistent thin cut ensures even toasting and uniform presentation
• 1.75-pound bag size is manageable for daily use and easy portioning
• Six-bag case provides 10.5 pounds total for cost-effective bulk purchasing
• Versatile across baking, cooking, garnishing, and plating applications
• Mild, neutral almond flavor complements both sweet and savory recipes

Preparation & Use

Use Azar Blanched Sliced Almonds straight from the bag for raw garnishing on salads, desserts, and appetizer plates. For deeper flavor and a golden finish, toast the slices in a dry skillet over medium heat for two to three minutes, stirring frequently, or spread on a sheet pan and bake at 350°F for five to seven minutes until lightly colored. Toasted slices intensify the nutty aroma and add a crispier snap to coatings and toppings. Store unopened bags in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; once opened, reseal the bag or transfer to an airtight container and use within a few weeks for best freshness. For longer storage, refrigeration or freezing extends shelf life without affecting texture.

Application Areas

Commercial bakeries rely on blanched sliced almonds for decorating sheet cakes, Danish pastries, and tart shells where a clean, pale garnish is preferred over raw, skin-on cuts. Full-service restaurants use them as a finishing element on plated entrees, particularly around seafood and poultry dishes where a light crunch elevates presentation without overpowering the main ingredient. Catering and banquet operations value the six-bag case format for portion control and cost predictability across large events, while cafeteria and buffet lines keep sliced almonds at salad bars and dessert stations as a self-serve topping that guests recognize and reach for consistently.