peanut butter substitutes

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Ingredientpeanut butter

fatbinderflavorHigh confidenceMedium risk

The call

Use natural peanut butter for peanut butter.

Use 1:1 in sauces, dressings, and many bakes.

Ratio

1 : 1

Why

These spreads bring similar richness and binding power, with flavor and sweetness as the main variables.

Flavor

Sesame and peanut are the most assertive.

Texture

Natural nut butters may separate more than stabilized versions.

Alternatives, ranked

4 more options

CandidateRatioConfidenceRiskNotes
1almond butter1 : 1A·0.87MedNut and seed butters are usually direct replacements by volume.
2cashew butter1 : 1A·0.87MedNut and seed butters are usually direct replacements by volume.
3sunflower seed butter1 : 1A·0.87MedNut and seed butters are usually direct replacements by volume.
4tahini1 : 1A·0.87MedNut and seed butters are usually direct replacements by volume.

Adjustments

stirring
Stir separated natural butters before measuring so oil distribution is accurate.

Where to be careful

  • Med
    natural peanut butterLow to medium depending on allergy and flavor constraints.
  • Med
    almond butterLow to medium depending on allergy and flavor constraints.
  • Med
    cashew butterLow to medium depending on allergy and flavor constraints.

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