Best Cashews Substitutes for Cookies

Find substitutions that keep spread, chew, and browning close to your original cookie recipe. Small ingredient changes quickly affect cookie spread and texture, especially fat and sugar swaps.

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

Can I make cookies without cashews?

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

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Macadamia Nuts

Use 1:1

Creamier, richer. Works well in vegan cream applications.

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How much does 1 cup of cashews weigh?

On CupOrGram, 1 cup of cashews is treated as 132 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.

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Can I make cookies without cashews?

Yes. Start with Macadamia Nuts at 1:1. Creamier, richer. Works well in vegan cream applications.

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