mayonnaise substitute
in cake.

Mayonnaise in cake batter adds moisture and fat without a mayo flavor, making the crumb incredibly tender. The sub must add both oil and egg equivalent.

top substitutes

01

Dijon Mustard

10.0best for cake
1 tsp : 1 tsp

Adds creaminess in dressings; milder flavor

02

Tartar Sauce

10.0best for cake
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Base ingredient, add relish and lemon

03

Mayonnaise Dressing

10.0best for cake
1 cup : 1 cup

Lighter commercial mayo-style dressing; 1:1 swap in sandwiches and salads, slightly sweeter

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04

Creamy Dressing

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Ranch-style creamy dressing; 1:1 swap in sandwiches and chicken salad, adds herb flavor

05

Sour Cream

7.5
1:1

Tangy and thick; works 1:1 in dips and baked potatoes, less rich than mayo

06

Cream Cheese

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Soften to room temperature; richer and tangier, works in dips and chicken salads

07

Hummus

6.7
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Creamy spread, very different flavor

08

Plain Yogurt

5.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Thin with milk if needed; tangy and mild, lower fat swap in dressings and dips

09

Greek Yogurt

5.0
1:1

Qualitative substitution — adjust to taste

10

Avocado

5.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Mash ripe avocado; creamy healthy swap in sandwiches and tuna salad, less tangy

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