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It will change the taste, but yes. Shortening is actually any fat anyway - it just happens to be a name used for one particular type in the US.

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How much butter do you use if a recipe calls for a cup of shortening?

Butter is one type of shortening. Use a cup of butter.


If a recipe calls for butter flavored shortening can you use regular white shortening?

Yes, but the flavor will be altered and not have the butter flavor from the butter flavored shortening


Why use shortening in cake recipes?

shortening can be used for cookies because you don't have to put it in the freezer like butter. but you can use butter or vegetable oil to replace shortening but you will have to wait.


Can I use shortening instead of butter in this recipe?

Yes, you can use shortening instead of butter in this recipe, but keep in mind that shortening may affect the texture and flavor of the final product.


Can you substitute shortening for butter in cake recipes?

Yes, for one cup of shortening use one cup of butter.


What can i use instead of shortening for cupcakes?

shortening is like butter 1 cup of shortening is equal to 1 cup of butter


What can I use as a substitute for Crisco shortening in this recipe?

You can use butter or margarine as a substitute for Crisco shortening in this recipe.


When using butter instead of shortening do you still use the same amount of butter as shortening?

Yes, you would only make changes if substituting shortening for butter, in which case you would add 6 teaspoons of water to the 1 cup of shortening to replace the 1 cup of butter.


How much butter is needed to substitute for shortening in bread recipe?

Use the same amount of butter as you would shortening. In bread, a tablespoon of butter can be used instead of a tablespoon of shortening. The same amount of canola oil is even healthier.


How can I convert shortening to butter?

To convert shortening to butter in a recipe, use a 1:1 ratio. This means for every cup of shortening, you can substitute an equal amount of butter. Keep in mind that butter has a higher water content than shortening, so the texture and flavor of the final product may be slightly different.


Can you use three-fourths cup of shortening instead of butter when baking cookies?

Substitutes for shortening are butter and margarine in sticks. Use the same amount as called for in your recipe. Keep in mind, plain shortening will NOT be as flavorful as butter or margarine. Do not use soft margarine in a tub as it contains too much water.


Instead of shortening what can you use in dinner rolls?

Butter/margarine.