Yes, I use a standard chocolate cake mix which calls for 1/2 c of oil, I replace the oil with 1 cup unsweetened apple sauce, use skim milk in place of water, add 4 heaping tbsp of unsweetened cocoa powder, 3 eggs. also I use fat and sugar free chocolate pudding made with skim milk(as frosting). the cake is rich and wonderful and fat free :) enjoy! ~Ter!
I use applesauce instead of oil all the time. When I first started doing this, I only replaced 1/2 the oil, to get my family accustomed to it. Then I started slowly replacing more and more until I did not have to use oil anymore. Using applesauce, does give the cake a little different consistency than oil. I would not suggest to use all applesauce in a brownie recipe. Substitute 1/2 and 1/2.
Yes, of course, but reduce the sugar you use in the recipe. If your trying to remove fat, then adding more sugar just doesn't make sense. Good job looking after yourself. :)
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Request: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
Archived on 09/08/2009
Can applesauce be used instead of oil in cake mixes and box brownies? And if so, how much? Thanks!
roseoma3 from Liberal, MO
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RE: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
Thanks to each and every one of you who kindly replied to my query! Will try it and see my results.
Thanks again!
roseoma3 (09/12/2008)
By roseoma3
RE: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
You can use and puree fruit in place of oil (pears, peaches, bananas, etc). I have also been using pureed zucchini, just the white pulp to replace the oil and milk in recipes. I sometimes add a bit of water to thin it out for replacing the milk. Doesn't change the taste and makes it a bit denser, but oh so good. Made pancakes the other night using the pureed zucchini for the oil & milk then put the batter about 1/4 inch thick, into a well greased cast iron fry pan, put chopped apple on top and cinnamon sugar, cooked on one side until ready to turn, cook another minute or two and they were delicious and hearty. (09/15/2008)
By Anna from Maine
RE: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
I also use mayo, and they are very soft (09/16/2008)
By church1040
RE: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
Hi, one more to add to your list. I use the cinnamon flavor applesauce in chocolate cakes/brownies. It adds a little "something" else to flavor. (Same amount of measurement as oil) (09/16/2008)
By Pat @ PA
RE: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
Yes, it does work on all baked goods (but not pie crust, for me anyway), even biscuits, muffins and such. You use equal measurements. If cake calls for half a cup of shortening, I use half a cup of applesauce. Though I do remove about 1-2 Tbsp of apple sauce and add the shortening. It keeps the texture right.
Happy baking. (09/16/2008)
By Lori
RE: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
I'm doing a school science project on this. I am going to bake a batch of cupcakes the normal way and another with some sugar-free applesauce. I'm going to bring the two batches in for my classmates to taste and I will then survey them to see if they look different, taste different, and even smell different. I hope I get an "A". Maybe when I'm done, I'll post my results and a picture. (12/08/2008)
Looking for info on applesauce instead of oil in recipes. If it calls for 1 cup of oil do you use 1 cup of applesauce?
Thanks, Bagossage
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RE: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
Yes - just substitute unsweetened applesauce for oil in whatever amount the recipe calls for. (05/15/2006)
By Crystal
RE: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
I have used applesauce in baking to replace oil for quite some time. Yes, use the same amount of unsweetened applesauce in the recipe instead of oil. I once tried to replace butter in a recipe thinking it would be the same, IT ISN'T. So, I only replace oil. (05/15/2006)
By Darlene in Mississauga
RE: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
I have found that if you use the whole cup of applesauce, the baked item is just too heavy and dense. I use 1/2 to 3/4 cup and the rest canola oil. That seems to work fine. (05/15/2006)
By Sandy
RE: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
I have used unsweetened applesauce in my baking recipes for some time now and no one can tell the difference. I use the same amount of applesauce as what is called for in the oil or shortening measurements. No need to reduce liquid and everything comes out moist and delicious! (05/16/2006)
You can also use nonfat yogurt in recipes (cakes, breads etc) and get great results. You use the same amount that the recipe calls for in oil.
(05/16/2006)
By Crys
RE: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
Yes, just substitute the oil measurement with applesauce. Though I personally do add a little oil otherwise the texture changes. Do not try this with pie crust, anyway for me it does not work. Otherwise you can use any of your favorite recipes with the applesauce.
happy baking Lori (05/17/2006)
By Lori
RE: Using Applesauce Instead of Oil
While you can substitute the same amount, I prefer to start out by using 1/2 oil and 1/2 applesauce, then go from there. I've had certain cookies turn out tough and cakes that do not rise the same. Also without any oil, sometimes there is a texture change. By starting with 1/2 of each, you are able to make any necessary adjustments. (05/22/2006)
To lower fat and cholesterol, replace most of the oil in your baking recipes with plain, unsweetened applesauce. It will add moistness without all that fat content.
By Kathy
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It's Great
11/15/2004
We have done this for years and you honestly can't tell the difference!
By Scott Howard (Guest Post)
Question
02/22/2006
Should I reduce the liquid in a recipe if I use applesauce?
