Substituting vegetable oil spread for oil in cake mix

My cake mix calls for 1/2 cup of vegetable oil and I am out of it. Can I use Blue Bonnet 53% vegetable oil spread in the place of the oil? Thanks!

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Best Answer

I have heard that you can. However, I would be reluctant to do so because rather than using 100% veg oil, you would be substituting a product that has only 53% veg oil. Most likely your end product would be drier.

Also, most veg oil speads contain salt, which could affect the flavor. And most contain water that could affect the texture. Depending on the specific product, various other ingredients may be present that could cause other issues.

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Quick Answer about "Substituting vegetable oil spread for oil in cake mix"

You sure can. The good news is that butter, margarine, shortening and all types of oil can be used in place of the vegetable oil in SuperMoist package directions. There may be slight differences in texture and flavor, however all cakes will have good baking results.

Can you bake with vegetable oil spread?

Stick margarine, made from vegetable oil, can be used just like butter in most types of baking. Margarine is soft, right from the refrigerator, so you don't need to bring it to room temperature before using it in a recipe. Like butter, margarine will produce high-quality baking results.

How can I substitute vegetable oil in a cake mix?

The following may be substituted cup for cup for vegetable oil in baked goods:

Applesauce, preferably unsweetened.

Banana, ripe and mashed.

Butter, melted.

Cauliflower \u2013 unseasoned, cooked, and pureed.

Ghee.

Margarine, melted.

Mayonnaise.

Pumpkin, cooked and pureed.

Can you substitute anything for oil in a cake mix?

Butter is an obvious option as an oil substitute in a cake mix recipe. For best results, try melting the butter before you add it to the cake mix. By doing this, you can replicate somewhat\u2015the consistency of oil\u2015that will make sure your batter doesn't need extra liquid.

Can you substitute butter for vegetable oil when baking a cake?

You can absolutely substitute butter for the vegetable oil. Use the same quantity specified in the directions (for example, if it calls for 1/3 cup of oil, use 5 1/3 tablespoons of butter). Melt it down, then let it cool a bit. You might not ever go back to oil!

Best substitutes for vegetable oil in cake, muffins, brownies, bread, baking, frying \u0026 more

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