Ingredient Comparison
Apricot
Plum
Apricot vs Plum: differences, swaps, and listed uses
Compare the curated descriptions, diet tags, substitute options, and listed recipe uses before choosing one.
At a glance
Apricot is listed for baked goods, chutneys, cooked desserts and jams. Plum is listed for baked goods, compotes, jams and pies.
Small, golden-orange stone fruit with a sweet-tart flavor. Used fresh, dried, or canned in jams, baked goods, sauces, and glazes.
3 substitute options available
Sweet-tart stone fruit used fresh, in jams, baked goods, sauces, and savory dishes.
3 substitute options available
Key Differences
| Attribute | Apricot | Plum |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Fruits | Fruits and Fruit Juices |
| Listed uses | baked goods, chutneys, cooked desserts and jams | baked goods, compotes, jams and pies |
| Watch out for | fresh applications where mango's creamy texture is key, fresh salads where nectarine's size and texture matter and recipes where deep red color is needed | fresh applications where nectarine's golden color is important and fresh preparations where color matters |
| Substitutes | 3 | 3 |
| Diet tags |
Can you substitute Apricot and Plum?
Apricot and Plum are from different categories, so they are not automatic one-for-one swaps. Use the substitute lists below when you need a closer replacement.
Shared diet signals: vegan.
Diet tags
Plum
Substitutes
🍑 Apricot Substitutes
🫐 Plum Substitutes
- Apricot1:1
- Nectarine1:1
- Cherries, Sweet1:1
Listed use cases
Apricot is listed for…
✅ Listed for
⚠️ Not ideal for
Plum is listed for…
✅ Listed for
⚠️ Not ideal for
Apricot vs Plum FAQs
What is the main difference between Apricot and Plum?
Apricot is described as: Small, golden-orange stone fruit with a sweet-tart flavor. Used fresh, dried, or canned in jams, baked goods, sauces, and glazes. Plum is described as: Sweet-tart stone fruit used fresh, in jams, baked goods, sauces, and savory dishes. The curated use notes point to baked goods, chutneys, cooked desserts and jams for Apricot and baked goods, compotes, jams and pies for Plum.
When do the notes point toward Apricot instead of Plum?
The curated notes list Apricot for baked goods, chutneys, cooked desserts and jams. They list Plum for baked goods, compotes, jams and pies.
Can Apricot and Plum substitute for each other?
Not always. They solve different recipe problems, so use the substitute lists on each ingredient page for a safer one-for-one swap.
Do Apricot and Plum share diet tags?
Their substitute options share these diet tags in the data: vegan. Always check the specific substitute before using it for allergies or strict diets.