Artificial Food Coloring Free Flaxseed Egg Substitute
Few pantry swaps are as quietly powerful as this one. Ground flaxseed and water come together in minutes to create a gel that mimics the binding properties of a whole egg — no specialty store required. It's a brilliant trick for anyone baking from scratch who wants to stay far away from the dyes and additives that can sneak into processed egg replacer products on store shelves. The process is almost meditative: stir, wait five minutes, and watch the mixture transform into something sticky and surprisingly egg-like right before your eyes. Because the ingredient list is just two items, you know exactly what's going into your baked goods — nothing artificial, nothing mysterious. It works as a direct one-to-one swap for a large egg in muffins, quick breads, cookies, and more, making it an incredibly versatile tool to have in your back pocket.
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1 serving
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 3 tbsp water
Instructions
- 1
Combine the ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl and stir with a fork until evenly mixed.
- 2
Let the mixture rest at room temperature for 5 minutes, until it thickens into a gel with a slightly sticky, egg-like consistency.
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