Milk Substitutions
Find the perfect substitute for milk in your baking recipes. Each option includes ratios, notes, and tips for best results.
Oat Milk
5.0
Community-tested
Best in: Cookies, Cakes, Breads, Pastries, Muffins, Pie Crusts, Quick Breads
Ratio: 1 cup Oat Milk
Almond Milk
4.0
Community-tested
Best in: Cakes, Muffins
Ratio: 1 cup Almond Milk
tree nuts
Yogurt
4.0
Community-tested
Best in: Muffins, Quick Breads, Cakes
Ratio: 0.25 cup Water and 0.75 cup Yogurt
dairy
Coconut Milk
4.0
Community-tested
Best in: Cakes, Muffins
Ratio: 1 cup Coconut Milk
Soy Milk
4.0
Community-tested
Best in: Cakes, Muffins
Ratio: 1 cup Soy Milk
soy
Substitution Tips
Get the best results when substituting milk.
General Guidelines
- • Start with smaller batches when trying new substitutions
- • Consider the texture and flavor impact on your recipe
- • Adjust other liquids if your substitute changes moisture content
- • Check expiration dates - fresh ingredients make better substitutes
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