What could be better than butter? Turns out, these smart substitutes can come close. By Sam Sontag. Published September 1, 2021 10:59AM (EDT) (Rocky Luten / Food52)--Shares. Facebook. Twitter.

In today’s recipe world, there’s a substitute for just about anything. Butter is no exception! While there’s sure to be an alternative for even the pickiest of bakers, you’d be surprised ...

Many butter substitutes have unique flavors that may or may not work depending on what flavor you’re looking for. In general, the following foods work best as butter replacements in cakes, ...

Butter substitutes can include olive oil, ghee, Greek yogurt, and more. The process of churning milk or cream separates the milk fat from the liquid. The remaining fat becomes the butter.

2. Avocado. Mashed avocado is an excellent substitute for butter in baking recipes, especially in brownies and muffins. It adds creaminess, healthy fats, and a subtle avocado flavour.