Welcome back to my series “Back To Baking Basics”, where I teach you the fundamental of baking that no one ever explains to you so that you can be more confident in the kitchen. Whether you are a baby beginner baker or a seasoned life long pro, I am sure there is something I can help teach you. . Ep. 9: Oil vs Butter in Cake . Oil In Cakes: Oil is used in chocolate, red velvet, carrot cakes, etc, where the flavor profile is complex. The oil helps develop a moist, light, rich and tender texture. vs Butter In Cakes: Butter is used in vanilla cakes, pound cakes, etc, where the flavor profile is simple. The butter helps develop a denser texture and adds to the flavor profile when mixed with vanilla extract. . We use butter in vanilla cakes to create a denser texture with a slight taste boost from the butter and vanilla extract. We use oil in chocolate cakes to create a light, richer taste when paired with cocoa powder. . serecreate bakingbasics cake bakinghacks LTKFindsUnder50 LTKSaleAlert