Best Cashews 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 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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Common Questions for Yeasted Breads

Will macadamia nuts work as a cashews substitute in yeasted dough?

Yes, at 1:1. Creamier, richer. Works well in vegan cream applications. Bake-test before scaling up.

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