Best Farro 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 farro?

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

Top Recommendation

Pearled Barley

Use 1:1

Similar chew and cook time. Slightly stickier when cooked.

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How much does 1 cup of farro weigh?

On CupOrGram, 1 cup of farro is treated as 192 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 farro?

Yes. Start with Pearled Barley at 1:1. Similar chew and cook time. Slightly stickier when cooked.

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