• Almond extract is used to flavor Scandinavian baked goods.bottle of almond flavouring image by L. Shat from Fotolia.com
  
  Almond extract is the second most popular flavoring next to vanilla. Possessing a sweet and strong flavor, it is often used in baking, mostly of the Scandinavian variety. Almond extract can also be found in Middle Eastern meat stews and Indian puddings. Besides the usual baked goods, almond extract has other everyday uses.
  
  

Oatmeal

• This hearty breakfast meal can be sweetened with a few drops of almond extract.oatmeal with brown sugar and blueberries image by David Smith from Fotolia.com
  
  This favorite breakfast meal is often flavored with brown sugar or vanilla but adding a few drops of almond extract matches the already slightly nutty flavor of the oats while also adding some sweetness. This is a great way to change up a usually bland breakfast.
  
  

Rice

• Almond extract added to Middle Eastern style rice blends well with spices.rice image by Dariusz Urbanczyk from Fotolia.com
  
  This staple grain eaten all over the world goes nicely with almond extract. Cook the rice Middle Eastern style and you will find the flavors of almond extract blend nicely with the spices contained in many traditional meals.
  
  

French Toast

• Vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg often flavor this rich breakfast food, but almond extract is a nice alternative to the usual. French toast does not need much, however. Use about 1/4 tsp. per 4 slices of bread. Add the extract to the egg and milk mixture before dipping the bread into it.
  
  

Baked fruit

• Baked apples go well with almond extract.dietetic baked apple image by Maria Brzostowska from Fotolia.com
  
  Baked apples and stewed fruits are great in combination with almond extract. The sweetness of the fruit balances nicely with the nutty taste of the extract.
  
  

Coffee

• Nutty flavors like almond extract are paired well with coffee.coffee in coffee image by Maria Brzostowska from Fotolia.com
  
  This hot, dark drink tastes great with many flavor combinations. Coffee is easily flavored with chocolate, coconut, hazelnut and many other flavors. Almond extract is a fairly popular option for coffee fans. Both the sweet and nutty layers in almond extract go perfectly with coffee.