There’s a new healthy cooking oil taking over pantries

(BPT) – Do you love cooking and baking? Are you always looking for tasty new additions to your kitchen toolkit? If so, you may want to know about a great ingredient for your pantry: almond oil. By cooking, baking or finishing dishes with almond oil, you’ll be introducing a boost of nutty, delicious flavor to your sweet and savory recipes, along with many potential health benefits.The benefits of almond oilWith a low-to-medium smoke point of 425F, almond oil can be used to sauté, marinate, dress, bake or finish a wide variety of dishes. Its mild, nutty and toasty flavor adds a touch of sweetness — without overpowering the natural flavors of your favorite foods.If you’re interested in trying this oil in your kitchen, consider SunnyGem Almond Oil, which is 100% virgin and cold-pressed, using only unrefined almonds from California, with no preservatives or other additives. SunnyGem Almond Oil is also non-GMO, vegan, kosher and gluten-free, as well as being lower in calories and saturated fats than other cooking oils. Because it’s derived from almonds, which are known as a “superfood,” you can feel good knowing this almond oil is naturally rich in antioxidants like vitamin E (great for supporting skin and hair health), Omega 6 fatty acids and heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.How to use almond oil in your kitchenIn general, you can use almond oil just like you would use any other cooking oil in your pantry. However, you may find certain dishes benefit more from the unique flavor it provides. Here are a few recipes developed by the flavor experts at SunnyGem Almond Oil to get you started.Almond Butter CakeCelebrating the sweet and rich flavor of almonds, this cake would beautifully grace your table for any special occasion, family get-together, lunch or brunch. Feel free to decorate your cake with toasted sliced almonds and powdered sugar for an especially elegant presentation.Ingredients1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup granulated sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup SunnyGem Almond Oil1/3 cup almond butter1 cup water1 teaspoon vanilla1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar1/2 cup chocolate chipsDirectionsPreheat oven to 350°F.Spray bottom and sides of round cake pan with vegetable spray. Use parchment paper on bottom of pan.In mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. Stir to combine.In microwave-safe bowl, combine SunnyGem Almond Oil and almond butter. Heat in microwave in 30-second increments until almond butter is smooth enough to stir. Stir to combine.Add water, vanilla and apple cider vinegar to almond butter mixture. Stir to combine.Pour almond butter mixture in with flour. Add chocolate chips and stir to combine. Pour this batter into prepared cake pan. Bake 30-35 minutes until tester comes out clean. Remove cake from oven and allow to cool completely.Almond Oil Crinkle Cookies Everyone in your family will love these irresistible, easy-to-make cookies. Best yet, you can store them in an airtight container to maintain their chewy, fudgy texture for days!Ingredients1 cup SunnyGem Almond Oil1 1/2 cups brown sugar1/2 cup granulated sugar2 eggs1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea saltDirectionsPreheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.In mixing bowl, whisk together almond oil, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs and vanilla.In separate bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder and salt.Slowly add dry ingredients to the wet and mix with spatula until soft dough forms.Using scoop (such as a 2-inch ice cream scoop) place dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.Bake 10-12 minutes, or until cookies have cracked and edges are golden brown and set.Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet a few minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely. Makes 20-24 cookies.Almond Oil Salad DressingThis quick and easy salad dressing will tantalize your taste buds with its sweet, tangy flavor. You can use it immediately or store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to one week.Ingredients1 small shallot, diced1/3 cup SunnyGem Almond Oil1/4 cup apple cider vinegar2 teaspoons Dijon mustard2 teaspoons honey1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepperDirectionsPuree shallot, almond oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, salt and pepper in blender or mini prep, or with an immersion blender in a large cup until smooth, about 30 seconds.Excited to give almond oil a try? Discover more recipe inspiration at SunnyGemOil.com, on Instagram and TikTok. You can find your new pantry staple on the SunnyGem website, on Amazon, at Publix and HyVee stores nationwide, and regional retailers including Save Mart and Nugget Markets.