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Plum
Fruits and Fruit JuicesSweet-tart stone fruit used fresh, in jams, baked goods, sauces, and savory dishes.
3 substitutes
Substitutes
Apricot
1:1Apricots are slightly less juicy and more mild, but share the same stone-fruit character. Works well in baked goods and jams.
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Best for: jams, baked goods, chutneys
β οΈNot for: recipes where deep red color is needed
Nectarine
1:1Juicy and sweet with a similar tart-sweet balance. Excellent fresh or cooked.
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Best for: eating fresh, pies, salads, jams
Cherries, Sweet
1:1Sweeter and rounder in flavor. Provides similar juiciness and dark color.
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Best for: baking, desserts, jams
β οΈNot for: savory plum sauces