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Ingredient Substitution Guide

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Printable Substitutions List Ever start a recipe, only to realize you’re missing a key ingredient? Don’t worry—it happens to all of us! Whether you’re out of baking powder, avoiding dairy, or need an egg-free swap, I’ve got you covered with this list of substitutions. This guide gives you easy swaps and substitutions that actually work. Save this list and come back to it anytime you need a quick answer! Table of Contents Baking Substitutions Sweetener Substitutions Dairy Substitutions Egg Substitutions (per 1 egg) Crust Substitutions Oil & Butter Substitutions Wine & Alcohol Substitutions Herbs & Flavor Substitutions Spice Substitutions Grain & Bread Substitutions Pantry Substitutions (Canned & Condensed) Cheese Substitutions Protein Substitutions Broth & Stock Substitutions Baking Substitutions Baking Powder : ½ tsp cream of tartar + ¼ tsp baking soda = 1 tsp baking powder Cake Flour : ¾ cup + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour + 2 tbsp corns...

Coconut Cream Lush

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I love coconut cream pie , but let’s be real, I’m not always up for all that work. This Coconut Lush layers on creamy, coconut-filled goodness that disappears fast. It’s my go-to for holidays, potlucks, or any day that needs a little dessert magic. Why You’ll Love My Luscious Coconut Lush Expert Texture Tips Baked In: No soggy crust or sliding layers, my coconut cream lush slices up clean and holds up beautifully. Make-Ahead Magic: This Lush is even better the next day, which makes it perfect for parties, holidays, or even fridge-raids at midnight. Light Bake, Big Flavor: A quick bake on the crust adds a buttery shortbread texture you won’t get from standard no-bake versions. Coconut Lush Ingredients Add nuts! You can add ⅓ cup of chopped pecans or macadamia nuts to the crust for added crunch. Graham Cracker Crust: Swap the coconut crust for a graham cracker crust . Mix 2 cups of graham cracker crumbs with 8 tbsp melted butter and press into the dish. You can...

Fluffy Lime Jello Salad

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I gave the vintage lime Jello salad a modern makeover. With cream cheese for tang, pineapple and lime for zip, and a splash of 7-Up for that light, fizzy fluff , this retro-inspired treat is now a sweet, citrusy dream I know you guys will love! The Glow-Up Your Grandma’s Jello Salad Needed 7-Up is the Game-Changer: A splash of soda lightens the texture and adds a citrusy fizz! My secret to that mousse-like fluff! Expert-Approved Texture: I perfected the chill time and mix for a smooth, scoopable salad with no lumps, no water, just creamy perfection! Make-Ahead Magic: This lime jello salad is even better the next day! It holds its shape and flavor, making it perfect for prepping ahead! Ingredients Needed Fun Add-Ins: Mix in 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, 1 cup cottage cheese, 2 cups mini marshmallows, or 1 cup canned mandarin oranges for extra flavor and texture in your lime jello salad. No Fresh Pineapple: Fresh pineapple has an enzyme that stops gelatin fr...