pistachios substitute
in muffins.

Pistachios on top of or inside Muffins add crunch and protein. The substitute should be similar in size and not overpower the other flavors in the crumb.

top substitutes

01

Walnuts

10.0best for muffins
1 cup : 1 cup

More bitter but similar crunch in baking

02

Pecans

10.0best for muffins
1 cup : 1 cup

Sweeter; works in desserts and salads

03

Peanuts

10.0best for muffins
1 cup : 1 cup

Slightly sweeter, good for snacking

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04

Almonds

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Toast and chop for crunch; 1:1 swap in pesto, baklava, and baked goods, less sweet

05

Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas)

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Green color and crunch; 1:1 swap in salads, pesto, and baked goods, nut-free option

06

Cashews

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Mild, buttery; closest texture match

07

Macadamia Nuts

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Buttery and rich; 1:1 swap in cookies and white chocolate bark, milder flavor

08

Pine Nuts

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Similar small size and buttery texture; 1:1 swap in pesto, sweeter and softer texture

09

Hazelnuts

5.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Richer and sweeter; 1:1 swap in baked goods and ice cream, no green color

10

Brazil Nuts

5.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Chop to match pistachio size; creamy with rich nutty flavor, 1:1 in baking and trail mix

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