Spelt kernels

Spelt kernels are the edible grain kernels of spelt, usually separated from the tough outer hull. They are small, firm, tan cereal grains with a mild, nutty flavour. Whole kernels are commonly cooked until tender for use as a grain, while they may also be milled or further processed into other spelt foods.

Products sold as spelt kernels can differ in whether the hull has been removed, whether the kernels have been pearled, and how much of the outer grain layers remain. These distinctions affect cooking behaviour and the character of the final food. The label does not always specify the degree of processing, so “kernel” alone is not a complete description of the edible form.