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Butter
10.0best for pie crust1 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Direct swap, lower smoke point
10.0
Ghee creates the flaky layers that make pie crust shatter with each bite. Any replacement must stay cold and solid to create flaky layers in pie crust.
Direct swap, lower smoke point
Animal fat with high smoke point
Clarified butter, good for roasting
Dairy-free, similar richness
High smoke point, neutral flavor
Clarified butter; richer so use less
Richer flavor, no water content so reduce by 1 tbsp
Clarified butter, high smoke point for frying
Adds nutty flavor, slightly softer pastry texture