Oil & Fat Substitutes
Swap cooking oils, butter, and fats for healthier or more accessible alternatives without sacrificing flavor or texture.
34 ingredients · 142 tested substitutes
Fats affect flavor, texture, and cooking temperature in every recipe. Butter substitutes need to match the water-to-fat ratio for baking, while cooking oil swaps depend on smoke point and flavor neutrality. Applesauce and yogurt can replace oil in baked goods for lower-fat results, but they change the texture. Choose your swap based on cooking method and desired outcome.
Most Popular in This Category
All Oil & Fat Ingredients
Butter
Vegetable Oil
Olive Oil
Coconut Oil
Avocado Oil
Shortening
Ghee
Lard
Sesame Oil
Argan Oil
Beef Dripping
Beef Tallow
Canola Oil
Chili Oil
Cooking Oil
Cooking Spray
Crisco
Dende (Palm Oil)
Duck Fat
Grapeseed Oil
Hazelnut Oil
Macadamia Oil
Oil
Palm Oil
Pam
Peanut Oil
Perilla Oil
Rendered Duck Fat
Salad Oil
Schmaltz
Suet
Sunflower Oil
Truffle Oil
Walnut Oil
Recipe-Specific Guides
Need a substitute for a specific recipe? These guides give tailored advice for common dishes.
Butter in Cookies
Best: Coconut Oil
Butter in Banana Bread
Best: Coconut Oil
Oil in Brownies
Best: Unsweetened Applesauce
Oil in Baking
Best: Melted Butter
Butter in Pie Crust
Best: Vegetable Shortening
Butter in Cake
Best: Vegetable Oil
Butter in Frosting
Best: Vegan Butter
Butter in Brownies
Best: Coconut Oil
Butter in Muffins
Best: Vegetable Oil
Vegetable Oil in Baking
Best: Melted Coconut Oil
Vegetable Oil in Frying
Best: Canola Oil
Vegetable Oil in Salad Dressing
Best: Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common oil & fat substitutes?
The most commonly substituted oil & fat ingredients include Butter, Vegetable Oil, Olive Oil, Coconut Oil. Each has multiple alternatives with exact ratios for different recipes.
Are there vegan oil & fat alternatives?
Yes, most oil & fat ingredients have vegan alternatives. Check each ingredient page for options marked with the vegan badge.
How many oil & fat substitutes are available?
We have 142 tested substitutes across 34 oil & fat ingredients, each with exact ratios and recipe-specific advice.