almond butter substitutes

10 substitutes · avg score 7.3 · Smooth or crunchy paste made from ground roasted or raw almonds with a rich, mildly sweet, buttery flavor. Used as a spread, baking ingredient, smoothie addition, and binder in energy bars and sauces.

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01

Peanut Butter

10.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Closest swap; slightly stronger, nuttier flavor

02

Sunflower Seed Butter

10.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Nut-free; may turn green in baking (harmless)

03

Tahini

7.5
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Sesame-based; earthier, works in savory and sweet

04

Cashews

7.5
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Blend soaked cashews into butter; mild and creamy

05

Cashew Butter

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Milder and creamier; 1:1 swap in smoothies, oatmeal, and sandwiches, less distinctive flavor

06

Almonds

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Blend 1 cup toasted almonds with 1 tbsp oil 5 min for homemade almond butter

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