Ingredient substitution guide
Best substitutes for apricot jam
Best swap for apricot jam: Peach jam, 1:1; very similar sweetness and texture.
How we checked this: these swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes, and their ratios follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than one published chart. For exact amounts on many common swaps, see the NDSU and Colorado State University extension tables listed below. Editorial policy
What can I use instead of Apricot Jam?
The best swap for Apricot Jam is Peach Jam, 1:1; very similar sweetness and texture. Another option is Orange Marmalade, 1:1; slightly bitter, works well in glazes. A third option is Honey, use 3/4 as much; thinner, adjust liquid in recipe. All 3 swaps are in the table below.
| Swap | Ratio and notes |
|---|---|
| Peach jam | 1:1; very similar sweetness and texture |
| Orange marmalade | 1:1; slightly bitter, works well in glazes |
| Honey | use 3/4 as much; thinner, adjust liquid in recipe Diet and health: Not for babies under 12 months: the CDC says honey can cause infant botulism. |
Source and limits
These swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes to your kitchen, last updated . We remove swaps known to be unsafe, but not every swap has been tested in a kitchen, and a swap is cooking guidance, not an allergen or nutrition equivalent. Check labels and what the recipe needs before substituting.
The ratios and usage notes follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than a single published chart. These two university extension tables list exact amounts for many common swaps:
- Ingredient Substitutions (FN198), NDSU Extension (opens in a new tab)
- Ingredient Substitutions (9.329), Colorado State University Extension (opens in a new tab)
- CDC, Foods and Drinks to Avoid or Limit (infants and toddlers) (opens in a new tab)
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