Nut & Seed Substitutes
Find alternatives for any nut or seed. Perfect for allergies, dietary needs, or when you're out of a specific variety.
36 ingredients · 153 tested substitutes
Nut and seed substitutions are critical for allergy management. Seeds like sunflower and pumpkin provide similar crunch and fat content without tree nut allergens. For nut butters, sunflower seed butter is the most versatile swap. In baking, the key is matching the fat and moisture content rather than the exact flavor.
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All Nut & Seed Ingredients
Almonds
Walnuts
Pecans
Cashews
Peanuts
Macadamia Nuts
Hazelnuts
Pistachios
Pine Nuts
Brazil Nuts
Chestnuts
Sunflower Seeds
Pumpkin Seeds
Sesame Seeds
Flax Seeds
Chia Seeds
Hemp Seeds
Poppy Seeds
Caraway Seeds
Fennel Seeds
Ajwain (Carom Seeds)
Almond Extract
Almond Flavouring
Almond Paste
Amlou (Almond-Argan Paste)
Candlenut
Coriander Seed
Egusi Seeds
Fenugreek Seeds
Groundnut Paste
Kalonji (Nigella Seeds)
Kuli Kuli (Peanut Cake)
Ogbono Seeds
Pepitas
Wattleseed
Peanut Butter
Recipe-Specific Guides
Need a substitute for a specific recipe? These guides give tailored advice for common dishes.
Browse all recipe-specific guides →Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common nut & seed substitutes?
The most commonly substituted nut & seed ingredients include Almonds, Walnuts, Pecans, Cashews. Each has multiple alternatives with exact ratios for different recipes.
Are there vegan nut & seed alternatives?
Yes, most nut & seed ingredients have vegan alternatives. Check each ingredient page for options marked with the vegan badge.
How many nut & seed substitutes are available?
We have 153 tested substitutes across 36 nut & seed ingredients, each with exact ratios and recipe-specific advice.