What can I use instead of tahini for cake?
Peanut Butter at 1:1 is the closest match — Sweeter and nuttier. Different flavour but same texture role. If that is unavailable, Almond Butter (1:1).
Best Tahini Substitutes for Cakes
Pick substitutes that preserve tenderness, aeration, and even rise in cake batters. Cake structure depends on balanced fat, sugar, and hydration. Wrong swaps can create a dense or dry crumb.
Can I make a cake without tahini?
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 and nuttier. Different flavour but same texture role.
View full adjustment notes →How much does 1 cup of tahini weigh?
On CupOrGram, 1 cup of tahini is treated as 252 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.
Tahini cups to grams →