What can I substitute for Tahini?

The most common substitute: Peanut butter, 1:1 — Different flavor but similar texture.

What Tahini does in the dish: texture and flavor. A good substitute does the same job.

🧮 How Much of Each Substitute?

Tahini Cups

Peanut butter Cups

Almond butter Cups

Sunflower seed butter Cups

Cashew butter Cups

Greek yogurt Cups

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Peanut butter · 1:1
Different flavor but similar texture #
Almond butter · 1:1
Milder, safe for sesame allergies #
Sunflower seed butter · 1:1
Nut- and sesame-free, allergy-friendly #
Cashew butter · 1:1
Creamy, mild flavor #
Greek yogurt · 1:1
For sauces, not pareve #

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