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How to Make a Vegan Egg Substitute
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How to Make a Vegan Egg Substitute

This Vegan Egg Substitute uses ground flax or chia seeds mixed with water to mimic the binding properties of eggs in baking. After grinding the whole seeds into a fine meal, mixing with water and chilling allows the mixture to thicken, providing an egg-like texture that can be used as a replacement in various baked goods.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 1 egg
Calories: 58 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon flax seeds whole raw, or chia seeds; do not use pre-ground
  • 3 tablespoons water

Instructions

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  1. Using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, grind the flax or chia seeds into a fine meal.
  2. Transfer the meal to small bowl. I like to sift with small mesh strainer to be sure that no whole seeds remain, but this is just a personal preference.
  3. Mix in 3 tbsp of water. Cover and place in the refrigerator.
  4. Chia will need at least 15 minutes in the fridge, but an hour is better if you have the time. This gives your egg replacer plenty of time to thicken. Flax generally needs 1 full hour in the fridge. Once thickened, you will have the equivalent of one egg to substitute in your baked goods. Feel free to multiply the above recipe based on your needs.

Notes

  • Use whole raw flax or chia seeds; do not use pre-ground seeds to ensure proper thickening.
  • Make multiple egg substitutes in advance and store them in the refrigerator in individual small containers for up to one week.
  • Grinding seeds finely helps achieve a smooth, consistent texture for substitution.

Nutrition Information

Calories 58kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 3g (5%) Sodium 4mg (0%) Potassium 48mg (1%) Fiber 4g (16%) Calcium 76mg (8%) Iron 0.9mg (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 egg

Amount Per Serving

Calories 58

% Daily Value*

Calories 58kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 3g 5%
Sodium 4mg 0%
Potassium 48mg 1%
Fiber 4g 16%
Calcium 76mg 8%
Iron 0.9mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.