Oil to Butter Conversion Calculator
Calculate the right amount when substituting oil for butter (or vice versa)
Oil Equivalent
¾ cup
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Conversion Details
Butter:
1 cup (227g)
Oil:
¾ cup (177ml)
Conversion Ratio:
Use ¾ the amount of oil vs. butter
Recipe Type:
Baking
Substitution Tips
- When replacing butter with oil in baking, you may need to reduce the amount of other liquids in the recipe.
- Butter contains water and milk solids, which affect texture and flavor, so results may vary.
- Oil makes baked goods moister and can extend shelf life.
- For pie crusts and pastries, solid fats like butter are typically better than oil.
- For cakes and quick breads, vegetable oil often produces better results than butter.
This calculator provides estimations based on standard conversions. Results may vary depending on recipe specifics and ingredient brands.