What to use instead of vegan butter

If a recipe calls for vegan butter and you don't have any, you can use any of these alternatives, from the closest to the least similar:

• Coconut oil

  Equivalent with adjustment

  Use a little less; it leaves a coconut flavor and firms up when cold.

• Avocado

  Equivalent with adjustment

  Only for spreading or in some sweets; it adds flavor and a green color.