Ingredient swap
Almond Flour vs Cashews
Almond Flour has 21.4 g protein and 571 calories per 100 g; cashews has 18.2 g and 553. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of almond flour (112 g) ≈ ¾ cup of cashews.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Almond Flour | Cashews |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 571 | 553 |
| Protein | 21.4 gbetter | 18.2 g |
| Carbs | 21.4 gbetter | 30.2 g |
| Fat | 50 g | 43.9 g |
| Fiber | 10.7 gbetter | 3.3 g |
| Sugar | 3.6 gbetter | 5.9 g |
| Sodium | 0 mgbetter | 12 mg |
| 1 cup weighs | 112 g | 137 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use cashews instead of almond flour?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of almond flour (112 g) ≈ ¾ cup of cashews.
Which has more protein?
Almond Flour, with 21.4 g per 100 g versus 18.2 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Cashews, with 553 calories per 100 g.