Best Olive Oil Substitutes for Yeasted Breads

Prioritize substitutions that protect gluten development and fermentation performance. Bread dough is less forgiving than quick bakes. Structure and fermentation can collapse with poor substitutions.

Reviewed by the CupOrGram Editorial TeamSources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData CentralMethodology

Can I make 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.

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Avocado Oil

Use 1:1

Neutral flavour, higher smoke point. Identical behaviour in baking.

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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.

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Alternative Options for Yeasted Breads

Common Questions for Yeasted Breads

Will avocado oil work as a olive oil substitute in yeasted dough?

Yes, at 1:1. Neutral flavour, higher smoke point. Identical behaviour in baking. Bake-test before scaling up.

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