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is it okay to substitute butter with oils while baking? 

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You can use cooking oils to bake instead of butter. There are some recipes especially that call for the use of oils. While baking, the quality and texture of the ingredients you use determines the final taste. If you are looking for a finer, softer mixture, you need to evaluate the ingredients. 

The use of butter or oil have different outcomes when you bake cakes. Oils are completely lipids while butter is fat from milk and contains liquid derivatives of milk. Only about 80% of butter is fat, the rest is a composition of moisture whereas oils do not contain any moisture. 

If you want your cake to be more firm at room and colder temperatures, you can use butter. It will solidify because of the moisture content. When you use oils, you'll have a much more softer cake that will not be completely firm. So if you only have oils and you need you cake to come out firm. You can adjust your oil quantity by doing about 80% oil and the rest 20% can be milk, egg or something with moisture. 
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Yes there are some recipes that you can use to bake cakes instead of using butter. Like carrot cake does'nt need butter, you only use vegetable fats and eggs and the cake is very tasty. If i had a choice i would use all my cake recipes with vegetable oil than butter.
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Yes. I also watched some recipes without butter. So check google for recipes. 
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Definitely you can substitute butter to oil when baking. There are numerous option for substitution when baking. I bake most of the time and I always look for healthier option baking cakes and cupcakes. I even used coconut oil for added healthy snack to my baking. It will give you different texture and slightly different taste, but I promise its more even tastier. Do not hold your self in terms of baking. You can be flexible in baking except some other recipes that will call for exact recipe.
I always open my recipe for any substitution, suing oil instead of butter will give your your cake a soft texture, unlike butter it will becomes hard in a long run. Using different oil in baking is up to you, you must try coconut oil too as its more healthy.
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There are some recipes for butter cakes that it is not possible to replace the butter with cooking oil. If you buy boxed cake recipes most of them will ask you to add oil to the batter when you are making it. You will have to determine what recipe you are using before you change the ingredients of the recipe. 
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It is fine to use cooking oil instead of butter. But the taste may vary. Butter gives some flavor to food which cooking oil doesn't give. But It is fine to use in emergency times. 
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When substituting oil for butter in a baking recipe, it doesn't go as a 1:1 substitution; use ¾ the amount of oil for the specified amount of butter in a recipe. For example, if the recipe calls for 1 cup of butter, substitute it with ¾ cup of oil.
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Yes. You can use vegetable oil as a substitute for butter in cake receipe. Mostly sunflower oil is used to bake cakes. But before using oil you should make sure what type of cake you are going to bake. Because for some cake recipes butter is a must ingredient.
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It is perfectly fine to substitute oil in place of butter but make sure that you use a neutral smelling oil and your cake would be much softer as compared to when it would have been baked using butter. Also make sure to add milk (if it is not mentioned in the recipe) in the ratio of 80% oil and 20% milk.
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A 1: 1 substitution works very well .That means 1 cup butter for 1 cup oil.But you can reduce the oil by upto 3 table spoons per cup if you want to keep the fat level same in your recipe.
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Most cake mixes call for oil not butter. Recipes are meant to be followed to the letter, until such time as you are skilled enough that you no longer need to. Each time you substitute an ingredient in a recipe, you will change the flavor subtly, or the entire outcome completely....depending on the importance of that ingredient. So yes, oil or butter can either be used in cakes, but expect a change in flavor, texture, or even a failed result.
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Yes, butter can be replaced with cooking oil. Basically sunflower oil. It will give the texture for the cake. But if we use butter unsalted it will be more tasty.
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Depending on the oil, your baked goods may gain a nuanced flavor and much-needed moisture. As a general rule, swap out roughly 3/4 of the butter in a recipe for vegetable, canola, or olive oil.
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Yes, you can use cooking oil instead of butter for some cake recipes. However, it is important to note that the texture and flavor of the cake will be affected by the substitution. It is also important to use the same amount of oil as butter in the recipe, as using more oil will make the cake dense and greasy. Additionally, it is best to use a neutral oil such as canola oil or vegetable oil, as some oils can have strong flavors.
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Yes, cooking oil can be used as a substitute for butter in some cake recipes. However, it is important to note that using oil instead of butter may change the texture and flavor of the cake. Additionally, the type of oil used can also affect the final result. It is recommended to use a neutral flavored oil, such as vegetable or canola oil, and to follow a recipe specifically designed for oil as a substitute for butter.
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Yes, you can generally use cooking oil instead of butter in some cake recipes. However, there are a few things to keep in mind when making this substitution:

Choose the right oil: Some oils, such as canola oil or vegetable oil, are better substitutes for butter in cake recipes because they have a mild flavor and a neutral taste. Other oils, such as olive oil or coconut oil, may have a strong flavor that could affect the taste of the cake.

Measure the oil correctly: When substituting oil for butter, use a 1:1 ratio. So if the recipe calls for 1 cup of butter, use 1 cup of oil instead. Make sure to measure the oil accurately using a measuring cup or scale.

Adjust the recipe if needed: Butter is about 80% fat and 20% water, while oil is 100% fat. This means that if you use oil instead of butter, the cake may turn out slightly more moist or dense. To avoid this, you can reduce the amount of oil slightly or add a tablespoon or two of flour to the recipe.

Be aware of the taste and texture: Using oil instead of butter may affect the taste and texture of the cake. The cake may be more moist and have a slightly different flavor. If you are trying a new recipe, it's a good idea to make a small batch first to see how it turns out before making a larger batch.
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Cooking oil is a natural material that can be used in place of butter in many baking recipes. It is safe to use while you are baking, and it does not affect the taste or texture of the bread. You can use cooking oil in place of butter in many baking recipes, including: cakes, cookies, bread, and other foods. This is a safe option that can help you create a bread that is both bread-like and bread-tender.
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if a recipe calls for 8 tablespoons of butter, you would substitute with 6 or 7 tablespoons of oil. Some bakers recommend a one-to-one substitution, but in my experience, a touch less is just about perfect.
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