Using Ghee Instead of Butter
Ratio
Use slightly less (7/8 ratio) since ghee is 100% fat
Good — works well with minor differences
Recipe Adjustment Notes
No milk solids or water. Richer flavour. Won't create the same steam lift in pastry.
Measurement Variance Note
For 1 cup references, this ingredient can vary by about 6% across brands and measuring methods (213g-241g per cup). For the most reliable substitution result, measure by weight and test a half batch first.
How Ghee Compares for Butter
Quality rating: good. No milk solids or water. Richer flavour. Won't create the same steam lift in pastry.