Best Lard Substitutes for Baking

No lard? These substitutes keep your pie crusts and biscuits flaky and tender.

1. Shortening

Replace 1:1

Closest substitute for pie crust — same flaky texture.

Replace 1:1

Adds flavor — slightly less flaky but delicious.

Replace 1:1 (solid)

Best vegan option for flaky pastry.