Apricot vs Dried Cherries

A side-by-side guide to substituting Dried Cherries for Apricot (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Dried Cherries works as a 1:1 swap for Apricot in most recipes.

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Apricot

Base unit: oz

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Dried Cherries

Conversion: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount)

Tags: common

Notes: Both are dried fruits with similar moisture and chewiness. Dried cherries are slightly more tart; use 1:1 by volume.

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When to use Dried Cherries instead of Apricot

Both are dried fruits with similar moisture and chewiness. Dried cherries are slightly more tart; use 1:1 by volume. The conversion is 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).

Common questions

Can I substitute Dried Cherries for Apricot?

Yes — Both are dried fruits with similar moisture and chewiness. Dried cherries are slightly more tart; use 1:1 by volume. Ratio: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).

What's the conversion ratio for Apricot to Dried Cherries?

1:1 substitution (use the same amount). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Apricot and Dried Cherries interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Both are dried fruits with similar moisture and chewiness..

Is Dried Cherries a better substitute than other options for Apricot?

Dried Cherries is one of the options SubSwap lists for Apricot. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Apricot substitutes.

Looking for more Apricot substitutes beyond Dried Cherries?

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