Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening is a 6 lb (2.72 kg) can of all-vegetable shortening made from soybean oil and fully hydrogenated palm oil, used for baking, frying, and frostings. It comes in the bulk 6 lb can, shipped fast from New Jersey.
Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening: Bulk 6 LB Can for Baking and Frying
- All-vegetable formula — made with soybean oil and fully hydrogenated palm oil, per the label
- 0 g trans fat per serving — per the nutrition facts panel
- 50 percent less saturated fat than butter — per the label's nutrition comparison
- Suited for baking and frying — pie crusts, fried foods, cookies, and frostings
- About 227 servings per container — per the nutrition facts panel
- Solid at room temperature — holds its shape for consistent baking results
How to Use
For pie crusts, cut cold Crisco into flour until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs, then add ice water gradually. For frying, melt it in a deep pan over medium-high heat and maintain a steady oil temperature. For frosting, beat Crisco with powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla. Store the can tightly sealed at room temperature, away from heat and direct sunlight.
About Crisco
Crisco was introduced in 1911 as one of the first all-vegetable shortenings and has remained a staple in American home baking and frying for generations. The brand is now part of B&G Foods and continues to make shortening, oils, and baking products for home cooks. Browse more baking staples in our Grocery & Gourmet Food collection. Learn more at crisco.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening contain allergens?
Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening is made from soybean oil and fully hydrogenated palm oil, so it contains soy. It does not list milk, egg, wheat, or tree nuts as ingredients. Always read the printed label before serving anyone with a soy allergy, since ingredient sourcing and facility notices can change between production runs.
How should I store Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening?
Keep the can tightly sealed and store it at room temperature in a cool, dry pantry, away from direct sunlight and heat sources such as the stove. Refrigeration is not required. Once opened, keep the lid on between uses so the shortening stays free of moisture and odors from other pantry items.
Does Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening contain trans fat?
Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening lists 0 g trans fat per serving on its nutrition facts panel, and it is labeled as having 50 percent less saturated fat than butter. It is made from soybean oil and fully hydrogenated palm oil, per the ingredient label on the can.
What size does Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening come in?
This listing is the bulk 6 lb (2.72 kg) can, which the label states provides about 227 servings, making it a practical size for frequent bakers or households that fry regularly. Check the printed label for the exact serving size used in that count.