Flax Eggs
Discover the ultimate vegan egg substitute with this quick and simple recipe for Flax Eggs! Made using just two wholesome ingredients—ground flaxseed and water—this plant-based alternative is perfect for binding and adding moisture to your favorite baked goods. Requiring only 5 minutes of prep time, the mixture thickens into a gel-like consistency that mirrors the functionality of a traditional egg, making it an ideal 1:1 replacement in cakes, muffins, cookies, and more. With its easy preparation and nutritious profile, this versatile recipe is a must-have for vegan, egg-free, and allergy-friendly cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Ground flaxseed
- 2.5 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 2.5 tablespoons of water.
Stir the mixture well until fully combined.
Allow the mixture to sit for 5 minutes at room temperature. During this time, it will thicken and take on a gel-like consistency, similar to an egg.
Once thickened, your flax egg is ready to use in your recipe as a 1:1 replacement for a chicken egg.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
37 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% 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 | 2.0 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 56 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.
