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What does oil do in baking?

Updated: 10/6/2023
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9y ago

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Oil helps baking be moist. If the oil is left out, the baking can be extremely dry. Bakers can substitute many forms of oil including butter and shortening.

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Oil is used to fry foods. Many people fry chicken in oil. Oil is also added to baking for cakes, brownies and muffins.

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it's a healthier alternative to butter or margarine. It gives the mixture more consistency and makes it slightly thicker.

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To keep the food (cakes, brownies) moist.

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