Why is it not okay to use olive oil when making banana bread, but it's okay to use vegetable oil? Flavor is the only reason. Olive oil has a stronger flavor than many other vegetable oils. That flavor can have a negative impact on the flavor of a dessert such as banana bread.
You can substitute vegetable oil for olive oil, that is no problem. You won't have the flavor that olive oil brings to the party, but in the case of more refined (not extra virgin) olive oils, it really won't make much difference. Just use however much oil the recipe calls for. It'll be fine.
Oils with high smoke points include: canola oil, pure olive oil, avocado oil, vegetable oil, safflower oil, and peanut oil. Baking: If you're looking for something to bake with, it's best to opt for a neutral oil. Think: canola oil, coconut oil, and vegetable oil.
Bananas can also be a substitute for butter and oil in recipes. If using bananas for butter, replace in equal amounts. You can substitute 3/4 cup of mashed banana for 1 cup of oil in baked goods such as muffins, cakes, and bread, but you'll need to use a low-gluten flour and reduce the baking time.
The best substitute for canola oil for baking is vegetable oil. But for the purpose of lubricating your cooking utensils, corn oil, cottonseed oil, peanut oil, safflower oil, soybean oil, sunflower oil, cooking spray, or any vegetable salad oils used to make dressings are good enough.
Butter to Oil Conversion
| BUTTER/MARGARINE | OLIVE OIL |
|---|
| 1/2 Cup | 1/4 Cup + 2 Tablespoons |
| 2/3 Cup | 1/2 Cup |
| 3/4 Cup | 1/2 Cup + 1 Tablespoon |
| 1 Cup | 3/4 Cup |
There is not really a hard and fast rule to the right amount of oil to replace butter, but you can typically use about three-quarters of the amount of butter that is called for in the recipe. For instance, if the recipe calls for 10 tablespoons of butter, you can use about 7 1/2 tablespoons of oil.
The unsaturated fats found in vegetable oils, when they're heated, tend to oxidize. In this form, they're more dangerous to body tissues and can trigger inflammation, a known risk factor for making blood-vessel plaques unstable enough to cause a heart attack.
The following may be substituted cup for cup for vegetable oil in baked goods:
- Applesauce, preferably unsweetened.
- Banana, ripe and mashed.
- Butter, melted.
- Cauliflower – unseasoned, cooked, and pureed.
- Ghee.
- Margarine, melted.
- Mayonnaise.
- Pumpkin, cooked and pureed.
Back to the Banana Bread
Bananas are nutrient-dense, unprocessed, nourishing, only 1 ingredient, hard to overeat, and generally don't cause any health issues in many people. On the other end we could have a Starbucks banana bread that's really more of a cake than a bread.You can absolutely substitute butter for the vegetable oil. Use the same quantity specified in the directions (for example, if it calls for 1/3 cup of oil, use 5 1/3 tablespoons of butter). Melt it down, then let it cool a bit. You might not ever go back to oil!
You can absolutely substitute butter for the vegetable oil. Use the same quantity specified in the directions (for example, if it calls for 1/3 cup of oil, use 5 1/3 tablespoons of butter). Melt it down, then let it cool a bit. You might not ever go back to oil!
Substituting Butter For Oil Outside of the Bread Machine
Melted butter can be substituted for oil. You will get the flavor of butter with most of the tenderizing effect of oil.You can use light or extra-virgin olive oil. The olive oil will make any bread cake moist. Other things I do for my banana bread are adding a little molasses, just a little bit more sugar and vanilla flavor and more bananas. I usually let it cool a little and then wrap it in aluminum foil.
You can absolutely substitute butter for the vegetable oil. Use the same quantity specified in the directions (for example, if it calls for 1/3 cup of oil, use 5 1/3 tablespoons of butter). Melt it down, then let it cool a bit. You might not ever go back to oil!
Cookies (Oil Option) – Use half the amount of oil in cookie recipes that call for butter, but add liquid as needed. So if your recipe calls for 1 cup butter, substitute 1/2 cup oil and add liquid until the dough comes together and looks properly hydrated. I usually add about 2 tablespoons of liquid.
All oils function the same in baking as they are 100% fat. The main function of liquid fats (oils) is to add richness and tenderness, and because they do not solidify when cooled they create baked goods that are more tender than baked goods made with solid fats.
While plant-based fats are considered more heart healthy than animal fats, canola oil is generally believed to be a healthier option because it is lower in saturated fat than vegetable oil. If saturated fat is a concern, reach for the canola oil. Otherwise, you can cook with either oil with great results.
What's the difference between vegetable and canola oil? Canola oil is a specific type of vegetable oil. Vegetable oil is made from any number of plant oils like safflowers, peanuts, or corn (technically a fruit). But more often than not, it's composed mainly of soybean oil or a blend of soybean and other oils.
Vegetable oil is a catch-all term for viscous liquid made from plant-based sources. Canola is a type of vegetable oil made from the seeds of the canola plant, according to the Mayo Clinic. It's only one of many plant-based liquids that are also known as vegetable oils, though.
Canola oil is one of the most common cooking oils and combines ease of use, wide availability and health benefits with a relatively low expense. Most vegetable oils will work just fine in cake, but some alter the flavor of baked goods and some are expensive.
Summary Aside from vitamins E and K, canola oil is not a good source of nutrients. Canola oil may contain small amounts of trans fats, which is harmful to health.
Using vegetable oil, such as canola oil for baking, can help prevent a dry cake and you will find it as an ingredient in many recipes, as well as a staple for boxed cake mixes. Some oils might alter the taste of your cake as well.
If your recipe calls for vegetable or canola oil, you should definitely substitute those oils with gourmet extra virgin olive oil. In these recipes, the swap would be a one-to-one ratio. In other words if the recipe calls for one cup of vegetable oil, you would simply use extra virgin olive oil.
How to Substitute Vegetable Oil in Baking
- Olive Oil. Olive oil is our first choice as a vegetable oil substitute.
- Coconut Oil. Think of coconut as another versatile, healthy oil.
- Sesame Oil. One of the most underestimated oils in cooking has to be sesame oil.
- Flaxseed Oil.
- Avocado Oil.
- Butter.
- Dairy Products.
- Applesauce.
What are the best substitutes for vegetable oil?
- Canola oil.
- Sunflower oil.
- Olive oil.
- Coconut oil.
- Butter.
- Avocado oil.
You can absolutely substitute butter for the vegetable oil. Use the same quantity specified in the directions (for example, if it calls for 1/3 cup of oil, use 5 1/3 tablespoons of butter). Melt it down, then let it cool a bit. You might not ever go back to oil!
How to Substitute Vegetable Oil in Baking
- Olive Oil. Olive oil is our first choice as a vegetable oil substitute.
- Coconut Oil. Think of coconut as another versatile, healthy oil.
- Sesame Oil. One of the most underestimated oils in cooking has to be sesame oil.
- Flaxseed Oil.
- Avocado Oil.
- Butter.
- Dairy Products.
- Applesauce.
Substituting With Olive, Coconut or Avocado Oil
Coconut or olive oil can be used as an alternative to vegetable oils, including canola and grapeseed oils, in cake mix. According to Harvard Health Publishing, olive oil, when substituted for saturated fat, can help lower your LDL (or "bad") cholesterol.Sunflower oil is considered a vegetable oil. Safflower, corn, soy, olive, sunflower oil—all can be used interchangeably for cooking and baking. The difference is in the taste of the oils themselves.
In summary, use olive oil when you want its flavor in a dish and for moderate-heat cooking. Choose a vegetable oil when you want a cleaner flavor and for high-heat cooking. If you find yourself out of the oil called for in your recipe, we've found these oils can be used interchangeably the majority of the time.
