Plum vs Apricot

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

Quick answer

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

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Plum

Base unit: cup

Read the full guide: Plum

Apricot

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

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Notes: Tarter and smaller — use 2 apricots per 1 plum. Great in jams and baked desserts.

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When to use Apricot instead of Plum

Tarter and smaller — use 2 apricots per 1 plum. Great in jams and baked desserts. The conversion is 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).

Common questions

Can I substitute Apricot for Plum?

Yes — Tarter and smaller — use 2 apricots per 1 plum. Great in jams and baked desserts. Ratio: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).

What's the conversion ratio for Plum to Apricot?

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

Are Plum and Apricot interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Tarter and smaller — use 2 apricots per 1 plum..

Is Apricot a better substitute than other options for Plum?

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

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