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Substitutions

Substitute for Olive oil

6 tested substitutions — with the ratio and the caveat that decides whether it works.

Ratio Olive oil Works in
×1 Neutral oil (canola/sunflower)

Loses the olive character — gain in neutrality.

Reference ratio 		cooking · baking
×1.25 Butter

~25 % more butter than oil; adds dairy richness (allergen G).

Reference ratio 		cooking
×1 Coconut oil (melted)

Coconut aroma; solid fat — melt first.

Reference ratio 		cooking
×1 avocado oil

High smoke point, milder flavor.

Reference ratio 		cooking
×1 Ghee (clarified butter)

Nutty dairy richness; high heat friendly.

Reference ratio 		cooking
×1.25 Margarine

Margarine is ~80 % fat — use ~25 % more than the oil.

Reference ratio 		cooking

Baking is less forgiving than cooking — stick to substitutions marked « baking » and respect the ratio.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best substitute for Olive oil?

It depends on the recipe — the table above shows which substitutes work in baking vs cooking.

Can I substitute Olive oil in baking?

Baking is less forgiving than cooking — stick to substitutions marked « baking » and respect the ratio.