Best Almond Butter Substitutes for Yeasted Breads

Prioritize substitutions that protect gluten development and fermentation performance. Bread dough is less forgiving than quick bakes. Structure and fermentation can collapse with poor substitutions.

Reviewed by the CupOrGram Editorial TeamSources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData CentralMethodology

Can I make bread without almond butter?

Yes. Start with Peanut Butter at 1:1, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.

Top Recommendation

Peanut Butter

Use 1:1

Sweeter, stickier. Closest in texture and behaviour in baking.

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How much does 1 cup of almond butter weigh?

On CupOrGram, 1 cup of almond butter is treated as 252 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.

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Common Questions for Yeasted Breads

Will peanut butter work as a almond butter substitute in yeasted dough?

Yes, at 1:1. Sweeter, stickier. Closest in texture and behaviour in baking. Bake-test before scaling up.

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