Nut Cravings raw almonds are whole shelled kernels sourced from California Central Valley growers, skin-on and unsalted, packed at our Monroe, New York facility and shipped within 24 business hours of your order. Every one-ounce serving of approximately 23 kernels delivers 170 calories and 6 grams of protein, making these a good source of protein, vitamin E, heart-healthy fats, dietary fiber, calcium, iron, antioxidants, and magnesium. The raw format means the bag works for every use: direct snacking, almond milk, almond butter, baking, and trail mix, with no added processing that would restrict how the almond can be used. Three verified buyer reviews. 5.0 stars. Four sizes from 1 lb to 5 lb. Free shipping on orders over $25. Subscribe and save 5% on recurring orders. Browse the complete almonds collection for sliced, slivered, blanched, and in-shell formats alongside these raw shelled kernels, and the full nuts collection for every variety available from Nut Cravings. California Central Valley: Why Origin Determines Freshness California grows approximately 80 percent of the world's almonds. The distinction between Nut Cravings and mass-market almond bags is not the growing region but what happens between grove and pantry. Big-box inventory moves slowly. By the time a bulk bag reaches a grocery shelf and then a kitchen, the skins have turned papery and the kernels have lost their natural sweetness. Nut Cravings sources directly from Central Valley growers, shells the almonds, and packs them into resealable stand-up bags at our Monroe, New York facility within weeks of harvest. Verified buyers confirm the result: "Fresh, well packaged. Will buy again." And: "Very pleased with the product and cost." Nutrition Facts Per One Ounce (28g, Approximately 23 Almonds) Calories: 170 Total Fat: 15g (19% DV) Saturated Fat: 1g (5% DV) Trans Fat: 0g Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 5mg Total Carbohydrate: 5g (2% DV) Dietary Fiber: 3g (11% DV) Total Sugars: 1g (includes 0g added sugars) Protein: 6g Calcium: 70mg (6% DV) Iron: 1mg (6% DV) Potassium: 190mg (4% DV) Good Source of Eight Key Nutrients Every one-ounce serving of these raw unsalted almonds is a verified good source of: Protein: 6g per serving supporting daily plant-based protein intake Vitamin E: almonds are one of the most concentrated whole food vitamin E sources available per ounce Heart-Healthy Fats: 15g total fat per serving predominantly from monounsaturated oleic acid Dietary Fiber: 3g per serving, 11% of the daily value Calcium: 70mg per serving, 6% of the daily value Iron: 1mg per serving, 6% of the daily value Antioxidants: pellicle polyphenols including catechins, epicatechins, and kaempferol in every skin-on kernel Magnesium: supporting muscle function and daily mineral needs At 5g total carbohydrate and 3g dietary fiber per ounce, raw almonds deliver approximately 2g net carbohydrates per serving, fully compatible with keto, paleo, vegan, and Mediterranean dietary approaches. A verified buyer confirms: "Number one natures product for diabetic people to eat." How to Use Raw Almonds Daily Snacking A one-ounce handful of approximately 23 raw almonds delivers 170 calories, 6 grams of protein, and 3 grams of dietary fiber in a snack that creates genuine satiety without a high calorie load. Pair with a piece of fruit or dark chocolate for a complete afternoon snack that covers multiple nutrient categories in one handful. Homemade Almond Milk Soak 1 cup of raw almonds overnight in cold water. Drain, rinse, blend with 4 cups of filtered water for 1 to 2 minutes until fully smooth, then strain through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth. The skin-on kernels produce a slightly beige milk with more flavor complexity than blanched. Slip the skins off after soaking if bright white milk is preferred. Store in a sealed jar refrigerated for up to 5 days. Homemade Almond Butter Blend 2 cups of raw almonds in a food processor for 10 to 15 minutes, scraping down the sides regularly. The natural oils release and the texture becomes smooth and creamy without added oil. The skin-on kernels produce a darker, more complex almond butter than blanched varieties. Season with a pinch of salt at the end only if desired. Baking and Cooking Chopped into homemade granola, crushed for pie crusts, ground into almond flour for gluten-free recipes. Skin-on kernels give baked goods a richer, more complex flavor than blanched. For almond flour, pulse in a food processor until fine, stopping before the oils release and the mixture becomes butter. Trail Mix Combine raw almonds with raw cashews, dried cranberries, and dark chocolate chips for a protein-forward trail mix. The raw format means the almonds integrate cleanly into any trail mix without the oil surface that roasted almonds carry, which keeps other ingredients from clumping around the almond pieces. Choosing the Right Size 1 lb: The practical everyday size at $0.94 per ounce for regular snacking and weekly cooking 2 lb: Regular bakers and multi-person households at $0.66 per ounce 3 lb: High-volume buyers and established daily users at $0.62 per ounce 5 lb: Maximum per-ounce savings at $0.50 per ounce; divide and freeze half on arrival Subscribe and save 5% is available on the 1 lb size for buyers with an established daily almond habit. Storage Seal the resealable stand-up bag firmly after every use. Room temperature, cool dark location: 6 to 9 months of peak freshness Refrigerated in the sealed bag or airtight container: up to 2 years Frozen in an airtight container: 2 or more years with no quality loss For 3 lb and 5 lb sizes, divide on arrival. Keep a working portion in the pantry and freeze the rest immediately. Raw almonds freeze exceptionally well and thaw at room temperature in minutes with no preparation needed. Raw Almonds Guarantee 5.0 stars from 3 verified buyers. Every Nut Cravings order is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If these raw unsalted almonds arrive below the freshness standard you expect, contact our team at 877-471-4870 or [email protected] within seven days and we will resolve it promptly. Browse the complete almonds collection for sliced, slivered, blanched, and in-shell formats, or explore the full nuts collection for every nut variety available from Nut Cravings.
