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Butter
10.0best for biscuits1 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Direct swap, lower smoke point
10.0
ghee substitute
in biscuits.
Ghee produces the tender, flaky layers that define great biscuits. Choose a substitute with similar fat content so biscuits keep its richness and texture.
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02
Coconut Oil
10.0best for biscuits1 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Dairy-free, similar richness
10.0
03
Avocado Oil
10.0best for biscuits1 tbsp : 1 tbsp
High smoke point, neutral flavor
10.0
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04
Lard
10.01 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Animal fat with high smoke point
10.0
05
Duck Fat
10.01 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Clarified butter, good for roasting
10.0
06
Whipped Butter
6.71 cup : 3/4 cup
Clarified butter; richer so use less
6.7
07
Margarine
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Richer flavor, no water content so reduce by 1 tbsp
6.7
08
Vegetable Oil
5.01 cup : 1 cup
Clarified butter, high smoke point for frying
5.0
09
Shortening
3.31 cup : 1 cup
Adds nutty flavor, slightly softer pastry texture
3.3