Butter to Oil Converter
Convert butter amounts to oil for baking and cooking.
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Butter to oil conversion uses a 3:4 ratio - for every 1 cup of butter, use 3/4 cup of oil. This works for most baking recipes where butter is melted. For recipes that cream butter and sugar together, oil may not be a suitable substitute as it changes the texture.
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Frequently asked questions
Use 3/4 cup (12 tablespoons) of oil to replace 1 cup of butter. This is the standard 3:4 ratio used in baking.
Yes, but use a light or mild olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil has a strong flavor that works in savory baking but may overpower sweet recipes.
Yes, oil makes baked goods more moist and dense. Butter contributes flakiness and a lighter crumb due to its water content creating steam.
75g of oil replaces 100g of butter. The 3:4 ratio accounts for butter being about 80% fat while oil is 100% fat.
Canola or vegetable oil are the most neutral choices. Coconut oil works well for cookies and can be used 1:1 with butter when solid.