Ingredient substitution guide
Best substitutes for dried figs
Best swap for dried figs: Medjool dates, 1:1; sweeter and stickier; remove pit first.
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 Dried Figs?
The best swap for Dried Figs is Medjool Dates, 1:1; sweeter and stickier; remove pit first. Another option is Dried Apricots, 1:1; less sweet, more tart; chop to similar size. The table below also lists Dried Prunes, 3 swaps in all.
| Swap | Ratio and notes |
|---|---|
| Medjool dates | 1:1; sweeter and stickier; remove pit first |
| Dried apricots | 1:1; less sweet, more tart; chop to similar size Diet and health: Dried apricots are a common source of added sulfites, which can trigger reactions in sulfite-sensitive people. |
| Dried prunes | 1:1; similar soft texture and deep sweetness |
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)
- Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy, Sulfite Sensitivity FAQ (opens in a new tab)
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