apples substitute
in cake.

Fresh Apples folded into cake batter add moisture and fruity sweetness. Dice them small so every bite gets a piece of fruit.

top substitutes

01

Jujube

10.0best for cake
1 piece : 1 piece

When fresh, similar crisp texture

02

Pineapple

8.0best for cake
1 cup : 1 cup

Works in fruit salads, sweeter and more tart

03

Peaches

8.0best for cake
1 cup : 1 cup

Sweeter and juicier; great in crumbles and tarts but reduce sugar slightly

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04

Apricots

8.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Tart-sweet with firm flesh; holds shape in baking and makes good chutney

05

Plums

8.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Tart and juicy; use in cobblers and sauces but expect deeper color

06

Pears

7.5
1 piece : 1 piece

Closest fruit match; slightly softer flesh, works in pies, tarts, and salads without adjustments

07

Bananas

6.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Works in baking, adds moisture and sweetness

08

Persimmons

6.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Honey-sweet when ripe; substitute in salads and baked goods for a softer texture

09

Quinces

5.0
1 piece : 1 piece

Firm fruit, works in poaching

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