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Wattleseed (Roasted & Ground)

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SKU: SPWATSPK1
Origin: Australia
Botanical: Acacia victoriae
$118.91 - $1,387.47
Australian Native
Acacia victoriae
Naturally Gluten Free
Available 250g – 5kg

About

Wattleseed (Roasted & Ground) is a traditional Australian native ingredient, valued for its rich, nutty flavour and versatility in cooking. It is often used in baking, beverages, and as a flavouring for sauces and desserts. As with any potent ingredient, it should be consumed in moderation. As always, it's advisable to consult with healthcare professionals for personalised guidance on health concerns.

 

Benefits

1. Benefit: Rich in protein and dietary fibre, supporting overall nutrition.

2. Benefit: Provides a low-GI energy source, making it suitable for sustained energy release.

3. Benefit: Naturally gluten-free, making it a great alternative for gluten-sensitive individuals.

 

Directions of Use

1. Add to bread or muffin recipes for a nutty flavour boost.

2. Incorporate into sauces or gravies to enhance richness.

3. Use as a base for hot beverages or mix into smoothies.

4. Sprinkle over desserts or yoghurt for added texture and flavour.

5. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent moisture.

 

Specifications

Botanical: Acacia victoriae
Origin: Australia
Organoleptic Statement: Nutty aroma with a slight coffee-like flavour
Ingredient Declaration: 100% Roasted & Ground Wattleseed
Shelf Life: 2+ years dependent upon storage conditions
Packaging: Food grade bio-degradable materials
Processing: The product has been frozen to reduce the risk of insect contamination
Allergen Summary Statement:   No Known Allergens. Trace elements may be present due to farming practices
  The Herbal Connection make no Allergen Free claims.

 

 

Nutritional Information

Protein (g) 16.0
Total Fat (g) 2.1
Total Carbohydrates (g)             47.0
Sugars (g) 0.3
Sodium (mg) 12
   

Average Quantity Per 100g | Nutritional Information obtained from USDA. Average values subject to seasonal variations

Store below 23 °C in a dark location ideally in an airtight container.

Have confidence knowing The Herbal Connection is proudly Certified Organic and HACCP Certified. Certificates available via FAQ page. We import directly into Australia and are proud to be as Eco-Friendly as possible. When available, all packaging materials are either recycled cartons or Bio-Degradable bags.

Warnings: This product isn't intended to treat, cure or prevent any illnesses. Always consult a healthcare professional before consuming any herbal products for health purposes especially if you're pregnant or taking medication.

Wattleseed (Roasted & Ground)

$118.91 - $1,387.47
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Wattleseed (Roasted & Ground)

$118.91 - $1,387.47

Wattleseed Roasted & Ground — Australian Native Acacia victoriae

Roasted & Ground Wattleseed (Acacia victoriae) — one of Australia's most significant and distinctive native food ingredients, and the single most recognisable flavour in the Australian native food pantry. Wattleseed comes from the seeds of Acacia species — the same genus as Australia's Golden Wattle, the national floral emblem — and has been a staple food of Aboriginal Australians for at least 6,000 years, with seeds ground on stone grindstones to produce a nutritious paste or flour. Today, roasted and ground wattleseed is the processed form that unlocks the full culinary potential of the ingredient: the roasting process develops the complex, deeply savoury flavour profile for which wattleseed is prized, producing notes of roasted coffee, hazelnuts, dark chocolate, and caramel that combine into something truly unique in the world's food culture.

Naturally gluten-free — wattleseed is a legume seed, not a cereal, and contains no gluten protein. High protein content at 16g per 100g. No known allergens. Available in 250g, 500g, 1kg, and 5kg bulk. This product is sold as a food only.

Product Specifications

Botanical Acacia victoriae
Common Names Wattleseed; Prickly Wattle; Elegant Wattle
Origin Australia
Ingredient 100% Roasted & Ground Wattleseed
Flavour Profile Nutty, roasted coffee, dark chocolate, caramel — rich and deeply savoury
Gluten Status Naturally gluten-free — legume seed, not a cereal grain
Allergens No known allergens. Trace elements may be present due to farming practices.
Processing Roasted and ground; freeze-treated to reduce the risk of insect contamination
Packaging Food-grade biodegradable materials
NIP (per 100g) Protein 16.0g · Fat 2.1g · Carbohydrates 47.0g · Sugars 0.3g · Sodium 12mg
Sizes Available 250g, 500g, 1kg, 5kg bulk (not individual units)
Shelf Life 2+ years when stored correctly
Storage Below 23°C in a dark, dry, airtight container

Wattleseed Roasted & Ground — FAQs

Everything you need to know before you order.

Wattleseed comes from the seeds of Australian Acacia species — a large genus of trees and shrubs of which Australia has over 1,000 species, many producing edible seeds that Aboriginal Australians have harvested and processed for at least 6,000 years. Acacia victoriae (Prickly Wattle) is one of the commercially significant species used for the food-grade roasted and ground product. In its raw form, the seed has a mild, legume-like character. Roasting transforms the flavour completely — developing complex Maillard reaction products that produce the characteristic profile of roasted coffee, toasted hazelnuts, dark chocolate, and caramel that makes wattleseed unmistakable. It has no real equivalent in any other food culture and is the most recognisably Australian of all native food ingredients.
Wattleseed is highly versatile across both sweet and savoury applications. Baking: fold into bread, damper, muffins, cookies, and cakes for a nutty, coffee-chocolate depth — it pairs beautifully with chocolate, vanilla, and native honey. Substitute 1–2 tablespoons per standard recipe. Beverages: stir into hot milk or plant milk for a caffeine-free, coffee-like drink; blend into smoothies; use as a flavouring base for lattes and hot drinks. Desserts: incorporate into ice cream bases, panna cotta, custard, and cheesecake fillings. Savoury cooking: add to spice rubs for red meat and game, stir into gravies and sauces for richness, or use as a crust coating for lamb and kangaroo. Native spice blends: a key ingredient in Australian native rubs and seasoning blends — pairs naturally with Saltbush, Lemon Myrtle, and Tasmanian Pepperleaf.
Yes — wattleseed is naturally gluten-free. Acacia is a legume, botanically in the family Fabaceae (the same family as peas, beans, and lentils), not a cereal grain — and gluten is a protein found only in cereal grains (wheat, barley, rye, and their relatives). Wattleseed contains no gluten protein by nature. This makes it a genuinely useful ingredient in gluten-free baking and product development, where its coffee-chocolate flavour and fine-ground texture can function as a partial substitute for wheat flour or coffee in certain applications. Note that The Herbal Connection handles multiple products in the same facility, so cross-contamination cannot be completely ruled out for those with severe coeliac disease — contact us if you need specific allergen documentation.
No — wattleseed is naturally caffeine-free. Despite its strong resemblance to roasted coffee in aroma and flavour, wattleseed contains no caffeine. This makes it an excellent caffeine-free alternative to coffee as a flavouring ingredient — in hot drinks, ice cream, baked goods, and any application where the roasted coffee character is desired without the stimulant effect. It is particularly well-suited to evening drinks, children's food products, and caffeine-sensitive consumer segments.
Wattleseed has one of the longest documented food histories of any Australian native ingredient. Archaeological evidence of seed grinding from various Acacia species dates back at least 6,000 years, and the seeds were a significant source of protein and carbohydrate for Aboriginal communities across arid and semi-arid Australia — regions where food resources could be scarce and the dense, nutritious Acacia seed was a reliable and storable staple. Seeds were harvested, dried, roasted on coals, and ground on stone grindstones (millstones) to produce flour or paste. Different Aboriginal language groups used different species across different regions, each with specific knowledge of harvesting times, preparation methods, and culinary use embedded in deep ecological knowledge systems. Today, wattleseed represents both a commercially significant native food ingredient and a symbol of cultural reconnection — supporting Aboriginal-owned enterprises and initiatives that bring traditional foods back into the mainstream Australian food conversation.
Roasted & Ground Wattleseed is available in 250g, 500g, 1kg, and 5kg bulk packs. The 5kg is bulk packed, not individual units. We ship Australia-wide from our Gold Coast warehouse. For ongoing wholesale supply, food manufacturing, or private label enquiries, contact us at sales@herbalconnection.com.au or (07) 5451 8780.

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