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Sunflower oil used for baking is rich in polyunsaturated fats and has a neutral flavor.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Sunflower oil (baked) (14 g) has 120 calories. That works out to 884 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 13.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 5.6 mg of Vitamin E covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 13.6 g
120
KCAL / 13.6G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
13.6g
· 17% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.6 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 13.6 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 4.5 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 10 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 10 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 15 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 20 g | 177 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 27 g | 239 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 884 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 218 g | 1927 kcal |
Calculated from 884 calories per 100 g.
Yes, sunflower oil used for baking works well in cakes, muffins, quick breads and many other recipes. Its mild flavor does not overpower other ingredients, and it helps keep baked goods moist.
Yes, sunflower oil used for baking can replace neutral vegetable oil in most recipes. Use the same amount called for; the flavor and texture should remain similar unless the original oil has a strong taste.
Yes, sunflower oil used for baking can replace butter in many cakes, but the result will be different. Oil adds moisture without butter’s flavor or water content, so choose a recipe designed for oil or adjust its liquid balance.
Usually, no: refined sunflower oil used for baking has a neutral taste, so the cake’s other flavors come through. Unrefined sunflower oil can have a more noticeable seed-like flavor and may alter delicate cakes.
Generally, yes, if it is refined sunflower oil; refining makes it better suited to cooking at higher heat. Unrefined sunflower oil is less suitable for intense heat, so check which type you have before using it in a hot oven.
Refined sunflower oil is usually the better choice for baking because its flavor is mild and it handles oven heat better. Unrefined oil has a more distinctive flavor, which may suit some savory bakes but can change a cake’s taste.
Yes, sunflower oil used for baking works in brownies and gives them a soft, moist texture. Its neutral flavor lets chocolate remain prominent; follow a brownie recipe that calls for oil rather than substituting it blindly into a butter-based recipe.
Yes, sunflower oil used for baking can grease a cake pan. Brush or wipe a thin, even layer over the base and sides, then dust with flour if the recipe calls for it to help the cake release.
Store sunflower oil used for baking tightly capped in a cool, dark cupboard, away from the oven and sunlight. It can turn rancid over time; a sharp, stale or paint-like smell is a sign to discard it.
Sunflower oil used for baking contains polyunsaturated fats, but that alone does not make every baked food healthy. Use it in sensible amounts, and avoid repeatedly heating or overheating the oil, which can damage its quality.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
5.59mg · 37% DV
Vitamin K
0.73µg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
0.14mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 120 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (13.6 g):
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Sunflower oil used for baking is oil pressed from sunflower seeds and added to batters, doughs or roasting trays. It is not a separate kind of oil: it is ordinary sunflower oil used in baked recipes, from cakes and breads to savoury pies and roasted vegetables.
Its mild, neutral flavour lets the other ingredients come through, while the oil helps keep baked goods tender and promotes browning. It is entirely fat and is rich in polyunsaturated fats, so a little goes a long way. For a lighter result, measure it rather than pouring freely, or brush a thin coating over the pan; it also works well when you want flavourful herbs or spices to remain prominent.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
8.94g
Omega 6:3 ratio 894:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (894:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.