Sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is light and rich in Vitamin E. It is often swapped for butter in baking (like carrot cakes or muffins) to keep the crumb moist longer. Precision is key here: excess oil makes cakes greasy and dense. Using a scale is the secret to fluffy textures.

What is Sunflower oil?

Sunflower oil is light and rich in Vitamin E. It is often swapped for butter in baking (like carrot cakes or muffins) to keep the crumb moist longer. Precision is key here: excess oil makes cakes greasy and dense. Using a scale is the secret to fluffy textures.

Sunflower oil — mL → g

Sunflower oil — Cup → g

Sunflower oil — Tbsp → g

Sunflower oil — g → Cups

Sunflower oil — Tsp → g

Sunflower oil — oz → g

Liquids & oils

• Read liquids at eye level; oils are lighter than water (≈0.91–0.93 g/mL).
• For dressings, weigh oils for easier scaling.

FAQ

High-Oleic vs. Regular Sunflower Oil?

High-Oleic sunflower oil is modified to be more stable at high temperatures (frying) and has a longer shelf life compared to regular sunflower oil, which is better for dressings and quick baking.