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Oil to Butter Conversion

Here's a quick reference guide for substituting olive oil for butter or margarine in baking.

Butter/Margarine

Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 teaspoon 3/4 teaspoon
1 Tablespoon 2 1/4 teaspoon
1/4 cup 3 Tablespoon
1/2 cup 1/4 cup
1/2 cup 1/4 cup or 2 Tablespoons
2/3 cup 1/2 cup
3/4 cup 1/2 cup plus 1 Tablespoon
1 cup 3/4 cup