Best olive oil substitute for muffins?
Avocado Oil, used at 1:1. Neutral flavour, higher smoke point. Identical behaviour in baking.
Best Olive Oil Substitutes for Muffins & Quick Breads
Use forgiving substitutions that still maintain moisture and lift in quick batters. Quick breads tolerate swaps better, but leavening and hydration still need balance to avoid gummy centers.
Can I make muffins or quick bread without olive oil?
Yes. Start with Avocado Oil at 1:1, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.
Top Recommendation
Avocado Oil
Use 1:1
Neutral flavour, higher smoke point. Identical behaviour in baking.
View full adjustment notes →How much does 1 cup of olive oil weigh?
On CupOrGram, 1 cup of olive oil is treated as 216 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.
Olive Oil cups to grams →