almonds substitutes

14 substitutes · avg score 7.9 · Firm, crunchy tree nuts with a mildly sweet, buttery flavor that deepens when toasted. Used whole, sliced, slivered, chopped, or ground in both sweet and savory applications including baking, granola, salads, and praline.

quick swaps (averaged across uses)

01

Macadamia Nuts

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Blanched almonds for mild flavor

02

Peanuts

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Roast for deeper flavor; slightly softer crunch, interchangeable in trail mix and Asian stir-fries

03

Pine Nuts

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Slivered almonds for pesto or salads

04

Cashews

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Softer crunch; works in both sweet and savory

05

Walnuts

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Milder flavor, similar crunch when chopped

06

Pecans

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Milder flavor, firmer texture; toast for depth

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