🧈 Butter Substitution Converter
Find the perfect butter replacement for any recipe
Coconut Oil
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1.00 cups
(227g · Ratio: 1:1)
Best for baking, adds slight coconut flavor
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Olive Oil
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0.75 cups
(128g · Ratio: 0.75:1)
Use 3/4 cup for every 1 cup butter. Best for savory dishes.
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Vegetable Oil
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0.75 cups
(128g · Ratio: 0.75:1)
Neutral flavor, good for baking
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Applesauce
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0.50 cups
(57g · Ratio: 0.5:1)
Use 1/2 cup per 1 cup butter. Adds moisture and sweetness.
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Greek Yogurt
0.50 cups
(57g · Ratio: 0.5:1)
Adds protein and moisture. Use for half the butter.
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Avocado
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1.00 cups
(227g · Ratio: 1:1)
Creamy texture, healthy fats. Best mashed.
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Banana (mashed)
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0.50 cups
(57g · Ratio: 0.5:1)
Adds natural sweetness. Reduce sugar in recipe.
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Ghee
1.00 cups
(227g · Ratio: 1:1)
Clarified butter, higher smoke point
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Margarine
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1.00 cups
(227g · Ratio: 1:1)
Direct 1:1 substitute
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Nut Butter
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0.50 cups
(57g · Ratio: 0.5:1)
Peanut, almond, or cashew. Adds protein.
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Pumpkin Purée
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0.75 cups
(128g · Ratio: 0.75:1)
Adds moisture and fiber. Slight pumpkin flavor.
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Prune Purée
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0.50 cups
(57g · Ratio: 0.5:1)
Great for chocolate recipes. Adds moisture.
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💡 Substitution Tips
For Baking
- Coconut oil works best as a 1:1 substitute
- Fruit purées add moisture but reduce fat
- Reduce oven temp by 25°F for oil substitutes
- Chill coconut oil if recipe needs cold butter
For Cooking
- Olive oil has lower smoke point than butter
- Ghee can be heated to higher temperatures
- Add a pinch of salt if using unsalted substitutes
- Avocado oil is best for high-heat cooking