Often times, yes, this is a safe substitution. If there is a lot of oil (say 1/2 - 1 cup) it might be better to only substitute half of the oil for applesauce, otherwise it has the potential to interfere with the taste and texture too much.
It probably isn't a good idea for most recipes, no.
It is an equal substitution when baking, just be sure to use unsweetened applesauce
Sure cars can run on apple sauce
Yes, applesauce is a healthy substitute for oil whenever you are baking. Just be sure to use an unsweetened applesauce.
Some of the oil can be replaced by applesauce, but not all of it.
applesauce, applebutter, prunebutter, and pumpkin.
It depends on the recipe. Often, applesauce is used to add moisture to the dish so it doesn't get dry as it sits. Also, people will substitute applesauce for oil to reduce the fat in a dish. So, oil or butter will be a good substitute, but will up the calories.
I'm a huge fan of replacing oil with applesauce. If the recipe calls for 1/2 c. of oil, I use 1/2 c. applesauce as a healthy alternative. You will not taste apple regardless of the cake's flavor. If you don't keep applesauce in your home you can also use sour cream, or plain yogurt in the same way. Best of luck! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hmm!! leaving out the shortening will affect the texture of the cake, I will not say the above answer is wrong but try it on a small cake first.
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Applesauce makes a great substitute for oiland its fat free.
1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce is a good substitute for 1 egg in most baking recipes. Some cooks like to mix the applesauce with 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, but this is optional. Applesauce is also a good substitute for oil in some recipes.Other egg substitutes, depending on the recipe, include: (1/4 cup per 1 egg)ButtermilkYogurtBaking SodaFruit juiceMilkWaterPureed fruit
No, you would have to substitute either another oil or applesauce.
Applesauce is substituted in baking for the oil that the recipe calls for.
You can substitute the oil with applesauce. I know it sounds strange, but it works.
you can substitute oil with applesauce. it makes the cake healthier and more spongy. don't worry, you can't taste it.