Egg Substitute
Discover the perfect plant-based solution with this quick and simple Egg Substitute recipe, ideal for vegan baking or cooking! Made with just two wholesome ingredients—ground flaxseed or chia seeds and water—this egg alternative thickens into a gel-like consistency in mere minutes, seamlessly replacing eggs in your favorite recipes. With a prep time of just five minutes, it’s a convenient, nutrient-packed option that works beautifully in cakes, cookies, pancakes, and more. Whether you're accommodating dietary preferences or seeking a healthier twist, this easy flax or chia egg substitute is a game-changer. Scale the recipe effortlessly for multiple eggs and enjoy the versatility of this natural, allergen-friendly option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Ground flaxseed or chia seeds
- 2.5 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed or ground chia seeds with 2.5 tablespoons of water.
Stir the mixture until the seeds are fully incorporated into the water.
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, or until it thickens and develops a gel-like consistency.
Once thickened, use the egg substitute in your baking or cooking recipe as a replacement for one egg.
If replacing multiple eggs, scale the recipe accordingly (e.g., for two eggs, use 2 tablespoons of seeds and 5 tablespoons of water).
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
38 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.0 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 40 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
