# Here’s What to Use As a Vegetable Oil Substitute Baking

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Category: Substitutes
Published: 2020-12-17T09:45:12
Updated: 2020-12-15T09:48:15
It’s a common misconception that you need to use vegetable oil (or something similar) in order to make **perfectly moist and tasty baked goods.** In reality, there are plenty of **alternative ingredients that you can use as a vegetable oil substitute baking.** In this post from Tastessence, you will learn **what to use in place of vegetable oil for brownies, muffins, cakes, and more.** We’ve put together a variety of options to suit different tastes and budgets, including dairy-free vegetable oil substitutes. **Keep reading to find out our best picks for vegetable oil substitute baking.**

## Applesauce

Did you know that **you can swap applesauce for oil (or even egg) in many baked goods**? Like vegetable oil, applesauce contains moisture that helps items like **cakes and brownies get their delicious texture.** In your recipe, simply **swap out an equivalent amount of applesauce for the recommended amount of oil.** When possible, opt for unsweetened applesauce, so you don’t inadvertently add too much sugar.

## Butter

In baking, **[oil and butter are pretty much interchangeable](https://tastessence.com/substitutes/substitute-olive-oil-for-butter).** As a result, you can switch them out for one another quite easily. When you need to use butter in place of oil, **use a bit more butter than you would use vegetable oil.** It’s worth mentioning that butter **isn’t the healthiest option as a vegetable oil substitute baking.** Also, it’s not suitable for vegan diets. With that said, butter is easy to find and probably already sitting in your refrigerator.

## Greek yogurt

[Greek yogurt](https://tastessence.com/substitutes/greek-yogurt-substitute) is another **somewhat surprising vegetable oil substitute** in baked goods. It’s packed with protein, calcium, and probiotics, which offers a **healthy advantage when compared to vegetable oil.**  When subbing Greek yogurt for vegetable oil, you’ll need to **use a little bit less than the amount of oil in the recipe.** If your treats require a cup of oil, for example, you should use [¾ cup of Greek yogurt](https://www.livestrong.com/article/248548-how-to-substitute-yogurt-for-fat-in-baking/) instead.

## Avocado

If you’re in search of a **dairy-free vegetable oil substitute,** avocado is another fantastic option. Not only does avocado contain healthy fats, vitamins, and more, but it’s also **a tasty way to add freshness to your baked goods.** Before adding it into your desserts, **make sure your avocado is thoroughly mashed.** Try to blend it to the point where it’s smooth and creamy. Although you can make a 1:1 substitute for avocado and vegetable oil, it’s a good idea to start by [replacing half of your oil with avocado](https://www.livestrong.com/article/427883-how-to-replace-oil-with-avocado-in-baking/) (and keeping the other half oil). **Otherwise, the texture and taste of your treats might be off.** If none of these options appeal to you, **there are even more alternatives that you can use as a vegetable oil substitute baking.** Other oil swaps include mashed banana, pumpkin, sour cream, and shortening. With any of these ingredients, **you should still be able to achieve the consistency that vegetable oil would provide** (although the taste might be slightly different). But when you’re in a pinch, these ingredients can help you deliver delicious desserts. For more baking tips and ideas, [**check out the Tastessence blog.**](https://tastessence.com/)