Ingredient substitution guide
Best substitutes for peanuts
Best swap for peanuts: Cashews, 1:1; milder, creamier flavor; contains cashews (tree nut).
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 Peanuts?
The best swap for Peanuts is Cashews, 1:1; milder, creamier flavor; contains cashews (tree nut). Another option is Sunflower Seeds, 1:1; nut-free option, slightly earthier. A third option is Almonds, 1:1; firmer texture, less rich; contains almonds (tree nut). All 3 swaps are in the table below.
| Swap | Ratio and notes |
|---|---|
| Cashews | 1:1; milder, creamier flavor; contains cashews (tree nut) |
| Sunflower seeds | 1:1; nut-free option, slightly earthier |
| Almonds | 1:1; firmer texture, less rich; contains almonds (tree nut) |
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)
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