About Crisco
In the UK kitchen, use Crisco for traditional Victoria sponges with extra fluffiness, shortcrust pastry that holds its shape, or even as a non-stick coating for roasting tins. For frying, it offers a high smoke point, ensuring chips stay crisp without sogginess and doughnuts fry to golden perfection. Available in handy cans, it's easy to store and scoop, reducing mess compared to softer spreads.
Quality is assured with Crisco's long-standing reputation – gluten-free, kosher, and trans-fat free in modern formulations. Pair it with our baking powders or flours for complete recipes. Customers love how it simplifies gluten-free baking too, mimicking butter's role without dairy. Stock up on Crisco today and elevate your home cooking with this timeless essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crisco vegetable shortening best used for?
Crisco excels in baking for flaky pie crusts, tender biscuits, and light cakes, as well as frying for crispy chips and doughnuts. Its solid texture at room temperature creams beautifully, giving superior lift and structure.
Is Crisco suitable for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, Crisco is made from 100% vegetable oils, making it fully plant-based and suitable for vegetarians and vegans. It's also cholesterol-free and a great dairy-free alternative to butter.
How should I store Crisco?
Keep Crisco in a cool, dry cupboard away from heat sources. The can format protects it from air and light, ensuring it stays fresh for up to two years unopened; refrigerate after opening if preferred, though room temperature is fine.
Can Crisco be used in place of butter?
Absolutely, Crisco is an excellent 1:1 substitute for butter or lard in most recipes, especially pastries and shortenings. It produces flakier results in savoury pies and keeps cakes moist without altering taste.
Is Crisco gluten-free?
Yes, Crisco vegetable shortening is naturally gluten-free, making it ideal for coeliac-friendly baking when paired with gluten-free flours.
