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Best Substitutes for Almond Flour — What to Use Instead

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Sunflower Seed Flour: 1:1 — Nut-free alternative. May turn green with baking soda (harmless).

Cashew Flour: 1:1 — Similar texture and fat content. Slightly sweeter.

Overview

Top substitute for almond flour: Sunflower Seed Flour (1:1). Nut-free alternative. May turn green with baking soda (harmless). Plus 3 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Sunflower Seed Flour: 1:1 — Nut-free alternative. May turn green with baking soda (harmless).
  • Cashew Flour: 1:1 — Similar texture and fat content. Slightly sweeter.
  • Oat Flour: 1:1 — Less fat, slightly different texture. Not nut-free for celiac.
  • Coconut Flour: 1/4 cup per 1 cup almond flour — Very different ratio! Requires extra eggs and liquid.

Why This Matters

  • Almond Flour is a common ingredient that may need substituting
  • Dietary restrictions (vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free) may require alternatives
  • Sometimes you simply run out of an ingredient mid-recipe
  • Allergies or intolerances may necessitate a swap

How To

  1. 1Best overall substitute: Sunflower Seed Flour at 1:1
  2. 2Consider the role of the ingredient (flavor, texture, binding, leavening)
  3. 3Test substitutes in small batches first
  4. 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results
  5. 5Some substitutes work better in certain recipes than others

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Frequently Asked Questions

The best substitute for almond flour is Sunflower Seed Flour at 1:1. Nut-free alternative. May turn green with baking soda (harmless).