Dairy Free Flaxseed Egg Substitute
Eggs are one of those sneaky ingredients that show up in almost every baked good, and finding a reliable swap that doesn't rely on dairy-based alternatives can feel like a puzzle. This two-ingredient gel comes together in minutes and does a surprisingly convincing job of mimicking the binding power of a whole egg. All you do is stir ground flaxseed into water, wait five minutes, and watch it transform into a thick, slightly sticky mixture that holds batters and doughs together beautifully. It's a pantry-friendly trick that works especially well in muffins, quick breads, and cookies where structure matters. Since both ingredients are naturally free of animal products, you can fold this into any recipe without second-guessing the label on a carton. Keep a bag of ground flaxseed on hand and you'll never feel stuck when a recipe calls for an egg.
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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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