Over the years, our family has gotten creative in the kitchen in order to incorporate our favorite nut, almonds, into many of the foods we love. Cooking together has become a cherished tradition, with three generations gathering to share stories, laughter, and delicious homemade meals.
Some of the recipes we share here, like Isidro & Maisie Jane’s Brie Cheese and Aunt Bobby’s Almond Chocolate Bars, are especially cherished in our house. We love creating treats that bring everyone to the table, and we’re often back for seconds. These recipes are some of our family favorites, each one made better with the rich, nutty flavor of Maisie Jane’s Almonds. We hope they bring just as much joy to your table as they have to ours and maybe even become new favorites in your own home!
From Snacks to Spreads—Here’s How We Love Our Almonds
Light Bites
· Add to your trail mixes
· Top off your favorite yogurt
· Add crunch to your favorite salad recipe
· Great as a topper for rice dishes
· Stir in your oatmeal
· Add some to your fruit salads
· Blend into your smoothies for added protein
Main Dishes
· Top off your stuffed baked potatoes
· Coat your chicken breasts or fish fillets, then bake or fry
· Great as a salad topper for a healthy alternative to croutons
· Top off your favorite casseroles
· Toss on your stir-fried veggies, meats, or fish
· Add to your baked winter squashes with butter and brown sugar
Sweet Teats
· Yummy as an ice cream or sundae topper
· Add to your French toast and pancake mixtures
· Add a layer on top of your brownie mixture before baking for an elegant presentation
· Use as a garnish on any baked goods: cookies, scones, muffins, and cakes.
· Tasty on top of bread pudding
· Add to your favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe or brownies
Any of this tingle your tastebuds? We’ve got more where that came from! Explore Maisie Jane’s 10 family recipes that are sure to satisfy your nutty cravings.
Maisie Jane’s Family Recipes: 10 Tasty Ways to Enjoy Almonds
Isidro & Maisie Jane’s Brie Cheese
Nothing says savory like a bold, creamy cheese, and brie is a standout. Brie is a French cheese known for its soft center, buttery flavor, and edible rind. The mild flavor makes it a perfect cheese to pair with nuts and fruits—achieving a melt-in-your-mouth sensation once baked. Maisie Jane’s Baked Brie is a blend of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors coming together in a single, sharable dish.
With its smooth, comforting flavors, baked brie is an excellent way to elevate a dinner party. The single-pot prep makes for easy clean up and allows you to focus on what’s important: the food! Serve with a glass of your favorite wine for the perfect appetizer.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Bake Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8
INGREDIENTS:
· 1 small round of Brie cheese
· 6-8 cloves garlic, minced
· About 3 tbsp. olive oil
· ¼ cup dried cranberries
· ½ cup Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds or Herb & Garlic Almonds, sliced
· 1 baguette loaf of bread, sliced
INSTRUCTIONS:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place Brie in a baking pan at least 1-inch deep. Combine garlic and olive oil in a bowl, then spread over the top and sides of the Brie round. Add cranberries on top. Put in the oven and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the Brie looks melted and soft inside. Don’t overcook; otherwise, you will burn the garlic and dried cranberries! Sprinkle the sliced Maisie Jane’s Organic Almonds on top and serve immediately with bread. Enjoy!
Roasted Almond Garlic Spread
Looking for your next party platter? Look no further! Our roasted almond garlic spread is packed with flavor and punch. The fresh parsley cuts through the sharp garlic scent, creating a wonderful herbal melody.
The jewel of this dip is Maisie Jane’s Almonds, which are high in protein and healthy fats that will keep your body going all day long. Want to go carb-free? Opt. for fresh cucumbers, carrots, or broccoli rather than bread for dipping.
Make this dip as an afterschool snack, serve it at a potluck, or pack it with you on your next picnic.
Prep time: 1 hour
Bake time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total time: 3.5 hours
Servings: 10 to 12
INGREDIENTS:
· ½ cup Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds or Herb & Garlic Almonds, chopped
· 16 cloves garlic, peeled
· 3 tbsp. olive oil
· 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
· ¼ cup sour cream
· 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
· 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
· 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley or basil
· 1 tsp. dried rosemary leaves, crushed
· 2 shallots, chopped
· 3 tbsp. whipping cream
· ¼ tsp. hot sauce
INSTRUCTIONS:
Put garlic in shallow baking dish and add olive oil. Bake at 275 degrees for 30 minutes. Cool the garlic in the oil for ½ hour, then puree garlic and oil in blender. To the garlic puree, add the cream cheese, sour cream, mustard and Worcestershire, blend well. Add the almonds, parley or basil, rosemary shallots, whipping cream and hot sauce, blend again. Transfer the spread to a glass bowl, chill for several hours. Serve with thinly sliced fresh or toasted bread. Also great to use as a veggie dip.
Almond Granola Soda Bread
Craving a family classic with a twist? Try Maisie Jane’s Almond Granola Soda Bread. This simple recipe pays tribute to the traditional Irish soda bread that has fed households for centuries. Original soda bread consisted of four ingredients: flour, salt, baking soda, and sour milk (buttermilk). Because ovens were scarce the humble bread was cooked over griddles in iron pots—a technique that has become a staple of Irish soda bread making.
Our almond granola soda bread combines the classic recipe with our signature almonds, giving the bread a subtle sweet taste and a caramelized crust. Careful not to burn your fingers reaching for a slice of this scrumptious bread, hot out of the oven and slathered in butter.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Bake time: 1 hour
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Servings: 1 large loaf, 10 to 12 slices
INGREDIENTS:
· 4 cups flour
· ¼ cup sugar
· 1 tbsp. baking powder
· 1 tsp. baking soda
· 1 tsp. salt
· ¼ cup butter-at room temperature
· 1 cup granola
· 1 cup Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds, chopped
· 1 ½ cups buttermilk
· 1 egg, beaten
· ½ tsp. almond extract
· ½ tsp. melted butter
· 1 tbsp. sugar
INSTRUCTIONS:
Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, soda, and salt: mix well. Cut in butter until crumbles. Stir in granola and almonds. Blend buttermilk with egg and almond extract. Add to dry ingredients: stir until well blended. Place dough on floured board and knead until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Roll into a ball and place on greased baking stone, or greased baking sheet. Flatten into a 7-inch circle. With a sharp knife, cut top into ¼ inch deep quarters. Brush the top with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 375 degrees for about 1 hour, until nicely browned. Best served warm.
Mary Jane’s Chinese Chicken Salad
There’s something about a fresh salad, popping with vibrant bursts of green onion, tangy mandarin orange, and toasty sesame seed, that taste like summer feels. And this Chinese Chicken Salad is a family favorite that will have you tasting summer year-round!
Tossed in sesame oil and rice vinegar, this recipe embodies the flavors of Eastern Asia. Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds add texture and crunch to complete this nutritious salad.
Prep Time: 10 minutes (excluding chicken cook time)
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6 to 8
INGREDIENTS:
· 1 head cabbage
· 4 green onions
· 3 mandarin oranges, peeled
· 1 pkg. uncooked Chicken Top Raman noodles (serves as crotons in the salad)
· 1/3 cup Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds, chopped
· 4 tbsp. sesame seeds
· 4-5 cooked chicken breasts
Dressing:
· ¼ cup sesame oil
· ¼ cup vegetable oil
· 3 tbsp. rice vinegar
· Flavor package from Top Ramen
· 3 tbsp. sugar
· 1 tsp. pepper
INSTRUCTIONS:
Chop ingredients and combine in a bowl. Remove seasoning package from Top Ramen and crush noodles into small pieces. Mix dressing separately and pour over all the salad ingredients. Add Top Ramen and toss. Enjoy!
Wild Rice Salad
Can’t get enough grain goodness? This Wild Rice Salad checks all the boxes. Wild rice is a whole grain packed with protein and fiber, making it a hearty base that fuels your body and keeps you satisfied. Paired with crunchy radishes, sweet peppers, and fresh herbs, it’s a colorful way to eat the rainbow.
Maisie Jane’s Almonds add even more to love—healthy fats, plant-based protein, and that irresistibly smooth flavor. You hardly need dressing to enjoy this tantalizing salad. Served over radicchio or romaine, this salad is rich in nutrients without feeling heavy.
Prep time: 1 hour (including chill time)
Cook time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 h 45 min
Servings: 6 to 8
INGREDIENTS:
· 2 cups wild rice
· 1 cup green onion, finely chopped
· 1 cup julienne sweet peppers
· ½ cup red radish, thinly sliced
· ¼ cup tarragon, fresh, leaves only
· 1/3 cup Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds or Herb & Garlic Almonds, chopped
· Half a head of radicchio or romaine
Sesame Dressing:
Whisk together:
· ¼ cup rice vinegar
· ¼ cup pure sesame seed oil
· ¼ cup tamari (substitute with soy sauce)
INSTRUCTIONS:
Bring to a boil 2 quarts lightly salted water and add the wild rice. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered until about a third of the grains have burst open, about 45 minutes. Time varies. At this point it should be tender and chewy. Drain and spread out the rice on a sheet pan and cool in refrigerator. In a large salad bowl, toss chilled rice, green onion, peppers, radish, tarragon, and almonds with dressing. Chop radicchio and fill the base of a bowl. Spoon the salad into the center and garnish with almonds.
Mandarin & Almond Salad
Got more citrus than you know what to do with? This mandarin and almond salad is both refreshing and hearty, making it a great way to get your fill of vitamin D and munch on Maisie Jane’s protein-packed almonds. Throw together in less than 15 minutes and serve alongside grilled chicken, salmon, or a tender pork loin. This salad is sure to lift your mood and delight your senses.
And don’t be afraid to snack on a few of Maisie Jane’s scrumptious Honey Glaze Almonds, we know they’re addicting!
Prep time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2-4
INGREDIENTS:
· ¼ cup Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds or Honey Glazed Almonds, chopped
· ¼ head iceberg lettuce
· ¼ head romaine lettuce
· 2 medium stalks celery, thinly sliced
· 2 green onions, thinly sliced
· 1 can (11oz.) mandarin orange segments
Dressing:
· ¼ cup vegetable oil
· 2 tbsp. sugar
· 2 tbsp. vinegar
· 1 tbsp. snipped parsley
· ½ tsp. salt
· Pepper or red pepper sauce to taste
INSTRUCTIONS:
Chop ingredients and combine in a bowl. Mix dressing separately, then pour over salad. Mix well and serve chilled.
Beef Burgundy Stir-Fry
Looking for a sample dish with a bold new twist? Try Beef Burgundy Stir-Fry with Maisie Jane’s Almonds and enjoy a fast, flavor-packed take on the beloved French dish, Boeuf Bourguignon. Traditionally, this rustic meal was made to stretch tougher, inexpensive cuts of meat, slowly simmered in red wine and aromatics until tender and rich. It was a classic in French kitchens for centuries, where resourcefulness turned simple ingredients into something truly comforting.
Our stir-fry version brings that same savory depth to your skillet—minus the long wait. A combination of thin sliced steak and tender vegetables cooked to perfection and topped with Maisie Jane’s Natural or Garlic & Herb Almonds for crunch. Served over warm, steamed red potatoes and topped with a splash of balsamic vinegar and fresh parsley, it’s a rustic-meets-modern dish you’ll want to make again and again.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
INGREDIENTS:
· 1 pound beef flank or round steak
· 1 tbsp. almond or vegetable oil
· 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
· 1 small onion, sliced
· 4 garlic cloves, minced
· 1 ¼ cups beef broth, divided
· 1 cup Burgundy wine
· 2 tbsp. cornstarch
· 1 cup celery, thinly sliced
· ¾ cup carrots, thinly sliced
· ¾ cup Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds or Herb & Garlic Almonds, chopped
· 2 tsp. balsamic or red wine vinegar
· 2 tbsp. parsley, minced
· 1 lb. small red potatoes, steamed until tender
INSTRUCTIONS:
Cut steak across the grain into thin slices (about ¼ inch thick). Heat oil in large pan or wok; brown steak in two batches and remove. Add mushrooms, onion and garlic to pan; stir-fry 1 minute. Add 1 cup of the broth and wine. Cook over high heat until liquid is reduced by about half (about 10 minutes). Dissolve cornstarch in remaining ¼ cup beef broth; stir into pan. Cook until mixture thickens and boils. Stir in steak, celery, carrots, almonds, vinegar, and parsley. Bring to a simmer to just heat through. Serve immediately with steamed potatoes.
Gingered Vegetables in Honey-Almond Sauce
Craving a little spice in your next dinner without turning the heat up too much? Go for this Gingered Vegetable Stir-Fry and taste just the right amount of kick from the fresh ginger and cayenne.
Tossed in a rich honey-almond sauce made with Maisie Jane’s Almond Butter, this veggie medley brings together sweet, savory, and spicy in perfect balance. Bright bell peppers, tender carrots, and a handful of crunchy Natural Almonds make every bite a flavorful adventure.
Serve it over warm rice or noodles for a nourishing plant-based meal that’s ready in minutes. Even better? Add tofu, chicken or shrimp for a true crowd-pleaser.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 12 minutes
Total time: 27 minutes
Servings: 4
INGREDIENTS:
· ½ cup onions, thinly sliced
· ¼ cup dry sherry or apple juice
· 1 tsp. peanut oil
· 2 medium carrots, sliced julienne
· 1 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
· 2 green onions, thinly sliced
· 2 tbsp. grated fresh ginger root
· 1 tsp. Maisie Jane’s Pure Honey
· ½ cup Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds, chopped
Sauce:
Whisk together the following:
· 2 tbsp. Maisie Jane’s Almond Butter (Crunchy or Smooth)
· 2 tbsp. Tamari (substitute with soy sauce)
· 1 tbsp. dark sesame oil
· 1 tbsp. Maisie Jane’s Pure Honey
· 2 tsp. rice vinegar
· ¼ cup minced cilantro
· ½-1 tsp. cayenne pepper (depending on how hot you desire things)
· 4 cups cooked rice
INSTRUCTIONS:
In wok or pan over medium heat, sauté onions in sherry and oil until soft, not browned. Add carrots, bell pepper, green onions, ginger and honey. Lower heat to medium, cover, and cook 5 to 7 minutes or until carrots are soft. Stir sauce into the sauté and heat through. Sprinkle the almonds on top and serve over rice.
Aunt Bobby’s Almond Chocolate Bars
There’s something magical about family recipes, especially the ones that fill your kitchen with the smell of melted chocolate and roasted almonds. Aunt Bobby’s Almond Chocolate Bars are that kind of recipe. Cozy, sweet, and just a little indulgent, they’ve been passed down and polished to perfection.
Rich with brown sugar, a hint of almond extract, and a subtle coffee note, this dessert is anything but basic. And let’s not forget the crunch Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds add, giving every bite a nutty finish.
Topped with a buttery almond glaze while still warm from the oven, these bars are impossible to resist. Serve them at your next get-together or stash a few away for yourself.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Bake time: 20-25 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Servings: 24 bars
INGREDIENTS:
· 1 cup butter
· 1 cup brown sugar
· 1 tsp. almond extract
· 1-2 tbsp. instant coffee
· 1 16-oz pkg. chocolate chips
· 2 ¼ cup flour
· ½ tsp. baking powder
· ¼ tsp. salt
· ¾ - 1 cup Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds, chopped
Glaze:
· 1 tbsp. butter
· ¾ cup sifted powdered sugar
· 1/8 tsp. almond extract
· 1-2 tbsp. milk
INSTRUCTIONS:
Cream butter with sugar. Add almond extract, then the instant coffee. Mix separately the flour, baking powder and salt. Add dry mixture slowly to ‘wet’ ingredients. Last, mix in chocolate chips and almonds. Spread on greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes. To make the glaze, first melt the butter. Then mix in the powdered sugar, almond extract, and last the milk. Pour glaze on bars while they’re still warm. Enjoy!
Chocolate Amaretto Torte
Silky, sweet, and just a little bit boozy, making this Chocolate Amaretto Torte an absolutely dreamy dessert. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself, this elegant, layered torte is guaranteed to impress.
It starts with a fudgy chocolate-almond base made extra decadent with sweetened chocolate and Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds. But the real magic happens when the creamy amaretto filling comes in: feather-light whipped cream meets smooth cream cheese and a splash of almond liqueur for a flavor that’s rich but not too heavy.
Topped with a sprinkle of chopped almonds and a dollop of whipped cream, this chilled torte is best served cold and savored slowly… if it lasts that long.
Prep time: 30 minutes
Bake time: 20 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes (not including chill time)
Servings: 9
INGREDIENTS:
Chocolate Base:
· ½ cup Crisco shortening
· 3 ounces sweetened chocolate squares
· 1 1/3 cup granulated sugar
· 1 tsp. vanilla
· 3 eggs
· 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
· ½ tsp. baking powder
· ½ tsp. salt
· 1/3 cup Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds, chopped
Filling:
· 8 ounces cream cheese; softened
· ½ cup powdered sugar
· ½ cup amaretto liqueur
· 2 cups whipping cream
· ½ cup Maisie Jane’s Natural Almonds, chopped
INSTRUCTIONS:
Chocolate Base: Melt Crisco shortening and chocolate in saucepan on low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and add sugar, vanilla and eggs. Beat well. Combine flour, baking powder, salt and almonds. Add to chocolate mixture, stirring until well blended. Spread in greased 9X9 inch spring form pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Don’t over bake. Cool completely.
Filling: Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar in small bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Gradually add liqueur, beating until smooth. Whip cream to soft peaks. Fold cream into cheese mixture, reserving some for garnish, if desired. Spread over cooled base. Chill.
Garnish with almonds and/or reserved whipped cream before serving.
Hint: Chill torte overnight to allow the alcohol to mellow out in taste
Whether you're baking up something sweet or adding a savory crunch to your next meal, we hope these almond recipes inspire a little creativity (and a lot of delicious moments) in your kitchen.
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