Peanut Butter Substitutions

Flavor: The flavor change is the main difference — almond butter is milder, more delicate, and less assertive than peanut butter's bold, roasted flavor. In classic peanut butter cookies, the signature flavor will be replaced by a subtler nuttiness. In recipes where nut butter is supporting (like in energy bars or banana bread), the swap is seamless.

Texture: Very similar texture and consistency. Almond butter is slightly less sticky and dense than peanut butter, which can make cookies marginally less chewy. The fat content is comparable, so moisture and tenderness are nearly identical.