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Eggs substitutes

To replace 1 large egg, use 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water. Let it sit 5 minutes until gel-like. Binds muffins, cookies and quick breads; not for recipes that rely on eggs to rise.

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Eggs substitutes

For 1 large egg, use:

  1. 1

    1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water

    Let it sit 5 minutes until gel-like. Binds muffins, cookies and quick breads; not for recipes that rely on eggs to rise.

  2. 2

    ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce

    Adds moisture and a little sweetness. Best in cakes, brownies and muffins.

  3. 3

    ¼ cup mashed ripe banana

    Adds banana flavor and moisture. Best in pancakes, muffins and banana bread.

  4. 4

    3 tablespoons aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas)

    Whips like egg whites, so it can work in meringues and mousses.

Good to know about swapping eggs

Replacing more than two eggs usually changes a recipe's texture too much. Look for a recipe written without eggs instead.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I use instead of eggs?

To replace 1 large egg, use 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water. Let it sit 5 minutes until gel-like. Binds muffins, cookies and quick breads; not for recipes that rely on eggs to rise.

Can I use applesauce instead of eggs?

Yes. For 1 large egg, use ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce. Adds moisture and a little sweetness. Best in cakes, brownies and muffins.

Can I use mashed banana instead of eggs?

Yes. For 1 large egg, use ¼ cup mashed ripe banana. Adds banana flavor and moisture. Best in pancakes, muffins and banana bread.

Can I use aquafaba instead of eggs?

Yes. For 1 large egg, use 3 tablespoons aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas). Whips like egg whites, so it can work in meringues and mousses.

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