WHAT LETS YOU BRING
COUNTLESS FLAVORS TO LIFE?
[ ALMONDS, OF COURSE. ]
SEEKING MORE
FROM SNACKS.
BLACK FOREST GRANOLA BAR
Nothing balances out decadent dark
chocolate and tart cherries like the subtle,
nutty flavor of almonds. They’re rich, buttery
and bring out the best in every type of taste.
There’s just something about
snacking. Today’s global
consumers are searching the
shelves for surprising new
snack foods that satisfy their
cravings for flavor and sustaining
energy. But now more than ever,
snacking has become a fun and
highly rewarding category with
consumers reporting that they
feel relaxed, happy and carefree
when they eat their snacks.1
North American
consumers
rank almonds
as number one
when thinking
of nuts as
a snack.3
As a result, today’s snack foods
have to do more; they need to
have more healthy attributes,
more unique inclusions, more
interesting textures that break
A HUNGER
FOR ALMONDS.
IT’S ALL GOOD.
Their unique texture holds up
What makes almonds particularly
snack foods and comes in a wide
snack-worthy is their subtle,
variety of unique forms suited
buttery taste. It’s a unique flavor
for any application—whole,
that has the power to enhance any
sliced, diced, chopped, blanched,
perfectly in both dry and moist
product without overpowering it.
slivered. Even rich almond oil
free from the ordinary. These
With so many new products
Their unmatched versatility makes
and butter.
products need to give people
being launched every year, there’s
them the perfect choice for every
something to look forward to—
no question that consumers
snack, be it sweet, savory, salty or
a tasty treat and an uplifting
love to snack. There’s also no
moment to enjoy it.
question that consumers love
popular new snack concepts—
almonds, so it’s no wonder
think bacon, chili and green tea—
almonds are successfully making
are made better with almonds.
And as snacks evolve to deliver
more of everything, there are also
more of them being introduced.
In fact, global new snack
otherwise. Even ethnic tastes and
their way into countless new
snack foods all over the world.
And of course there’s that
undeniable crunch. Only almonds
product introductions increased
Snacks that contain almonds are
have the kind of hearty, no-
114% from 2008 to 2011 for a
just a natural fit. Plus, as health
nonsense crunch that can take
total of 32,799 introductions.2
becomes a bigger factor in
any snack above and beyond. In
That’s a lot to choose from,
consumers’ purchase decisions,
fact, when thinking of crunch,
and herein lies the opportunity
almonds are swooping in with a
North American consumers
for multitalented ingredients
wholesome crunch that works
believe almonds are the nut
that give the people what they
in all types of tastes. Almonds
best described as
really want: great taste, natural
are actually the number one
being “crunchy.”3
energy and feel-good nutrition.
nut used in total snack product
introductions in North America,
From 2008
to 2011 global
snack product
introductions
with almonds
increased 79%.2
and they are the most popular
nut in both cereal and
granola bars.1
Clearly, when it comes to
versatility in snacks, these nuts
don’t back down. And no matter
how they’re used, almonds never
fail to create instant excitement
and multidimensional appeal
from the very first bite.
SOY-GLAZED ALMONDS
Take savory snacking to bold new heights with
this crunchable, craveable recipe. Only almonds
have what it takes to transform ordinary flavors
into truly extraordinary temptations.
SPICY CAJUN ALMONDS
Vibrant Cajun crunch comes to life in this
regionally inspired recipe that unequivocally
proves how almonds go the distance with
their one-of-a-kind global appeal.
SNACK HAPPY.
IT’S A HEALTH THING.
Today’s tastes and trends explain
Whether almonds pop up in snack bars or trail mixes, one important
it all. Consumers are snacking
trait never changes: their remarkable nutrition. Every ounce of almonds
more often; they’re choosing
contains 3.5 grams of filling fiber and 6 grams of power-packed protein.
their snacks more carefully, and
They’re also the tree nut highest in six essential nutrients—and the
manufacturers are following suit
best part is, consumers know it. In fact, more than 80% of consumers
with contemporary offerings
rate almonds to be nutritious, heart healthy* and a source of food
that meet the demand. Good
energy and protein.3
thing almonds have everything
you need to make your next
snack product something
superbly appealing.
From their distinctive flavor
People everywhere love snacking on almonds by the handful—natural or
flavored—or when they’re included as an ingredient in a breakthrough
snack product. They’re a one-of-a-kind nut that consistently satisfies
the world’s growing appetite for more health-conscious snack options,
which is opportunity in the making for any culinary professional.
and one-of-a-kind crunch to
their notable nutrition and
category-leading versatility,
almonds take snacks to the next
level in every way possible.
To learn more about what almonds can add to your next snacking
innovation, visit AlmondBoard.com/FoodProfessionals.
Come hungry for inspiration.
1. Global Chocolate Report, Sterling-Rice Group, 2013.
*S cientific evidence suggests, but does not prove,
that eating 1.5 ounces per day of most nuts, such
as almonds, as part of a diet low in saturated
fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart
disease. U.S. Dietary Guidelines recommend that
the majority of your fat intake be unsaturated.
One serving of almonds (28g) has 13g of
unsaturated fat and only 1g of saturated fat.
2. Innova Snacking Report, 2012.
3. N
orth America Consumer Attitude, Awareness,
and Usage Report, Sterling-Rice Group, 2011.
Note: Gram for gram, almonds are the tree nut highest in
protein, fiber, vitamin E, calcium, riboflavin and niacin.
© 2013 Almond Board of California.
Printed in USA. Document #2013IFS0023