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Cocoa Butter
Oils & FatsNatural fat from cocoa beans, used in chocolate making and baking. Solid at room temperature.
3 substitutes
Substitutes
Coconut Oil
1:1
Similar melting point and solid behavior. Use refined for neutral flavor.
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Best for: chocolate making, fat bombs, baking
β οΈNot for: white chocolate where cocoa butter flavor is essential
Butter
1:1
Adds richness but contains water and milk solids. Fine for baking.
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Best for: baking, frostings, sauces
β οΈNot for: tempering chocolate, vegan recipes
Vegetable Shortening
1:1
Similar solid fat behavior. No flavor contribution.
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Best for: candy coating, frostings, baking
β οΈNot for: fine chocolate work