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Side-by-Side Comparison Flours & Starches

Almond Flour (Blanched) vs. Tapioca Starch (Cassava)

Comparing 2 standards across 8 specifications. 8 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Almond Flour (Blanched)
Tapioca Starch (Cassava)

Almond flour is finely ground blanched, skinless almonds (Prunus dulcis). Per 100g, it provides 590 kcal, 52.5g healthy fats (3.8g saturated), 21.4g protein, and 18.7g carbohydrates (9.9g fiber / 8.8g net carbs) with zero gluten.

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Tapioca starch is refined starch extracted from cassava root (Manihot esculenta). Per 100g, it delivers 358 kcal, 88.7g carbohydrates (0.9g fiber), 0.19g protein, and 0.02g fat, forming clear, elastic gels upon heating.

View full Tapioca Starch (Cassava) spec sheet →

Specification Comparison Table

8 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
590 kcal 358 kcal
Protein / Gluten Potential
21.4 (0% Gluten) g 0.19 (Pure Starch) g
Carbohydrates
18.7 g 88.7 g
Dietary Fiber
9.9 g 0.9 g
Total Fat
52.5 g 0.02 g
Ash Content
2.90 – 3.20 % 0.20 %
Starch Gelatinization Temp
N/A (Non-Starch) 58 – 65 °C (136–149°F)
Gluten Status
Naturally Gluten-Free & Keto Low-Carb Naturally Gluten-Free