Blanched almonds are almonds which have been softened to make it easier to remove the skin. It results in a skinless, white almond. Almonds are often considered to be one of the most nutritious nuts available. They are a rich source of many key nutrients including protein, dietary fibre, vitamin E, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc and phosphorous. It is so easy to add them to your diet, they made an ideal snack on the go and lunch box filler for all ages. Their high energy content means just a handful is enough to help keep you going. Blanched almonds make an ideal garnish for platters and sweets. They are also commonly used when baking cakes, cookies and pastries.