Substitute for butter in baking
5 substitutions, each re-checked before publication. Quantities below scale live to your amount.
Vegetable Oil
0.75 cup vegetable oil
Use 3/4 cup oil to replace 1 cup butter for moist results.
Applesauce
0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
Replace half the butter with applesauce to reduce fat and add moisture.
Mashed Banana
0.5 cup mashed ripe banana
Substitute 1/2 cup mashed banana for 1 cup butter; adds sweetness and flavor.
Buttermilk
0.25 cup buttermilk + 0.5 cup vegetable oil
Mix 1/4 cup buttermilk with 1/2 cup oil to mimic the fat and acidity of butter.
Cream Cheese
0.5 cup cream cheese
Use 1/2 cup cream cheese to replace 1 cup butter for rich, tangy baked goods.