You may not need all the water, or you may need a little extra - this can even vary from batch-to-batch. Making the first pastry layer of this almond slice recipe takes the longest amount of time, as you’ll need to prepare the pastry, chill it, roll it out and then blind bake it before allowing it to cool a bit.

Prick the pastry with a fork, place baking paper over it and blind baking beans, or uncooked rice if you don’t have any. Once opened, the almonds should be consumed within two to three months for optimal taste, assuming proper storage conditions.They also stand out for their softness, so even those who find other kernels too hard can eat them with ease. These thin and crispy almond slices are an ideal ingredient in all sorts of sweet and savory recipes. All the nutritional benefits of raw almonds but with the convenience of already being chopped for easy toasting or mixing into dishes.

In the event of any safety concerns or for any other information about a product please carefully read any instructions provided on the label or packaging and contact the manufacturer. This being said, the exceptionally high turnover at iHerb ensures that our inventory is among the freshest in the industry. While iHerb strives to ensure the accuracy of its product images and information, some manufacturing changes to packaging and/or ingredients may be pending update on our site. As mentioned above, they make a great topping or garnish for any number of dishes, savoury and sweet. As a healthy, nutrient-rich food, almonds are a popular option for those seeking to add a boost of nutrition to their daily meals.However, we would suggest 3-4 days would be best in an airtight container so they retain their freshness.