Margarine was invented in the 19th century as a cheaper alternative to butter and was later touted as a healthier option because it has less saturated fat and cholesterol — until more ...

Modern types of margarine are made from vegetable oils, which contain polyunsaturated fats that, when used instead of saturated fat, can lower the “bad” LDL cholesterol. Since vegetable oils ...

If you're aiming to keep saturated fat intake down for a healthier cholesterol level, stick with margarine. Otherwise, we suggest using the fat source called for in your recipe and enjoying baked ...