Walnut Free Flaxseed Egg Substitute
When a recipe calls for an egg as a binder, it can feel like a roadblock if you're working around dietary restrictions or simply out of eggs — but this two-ingredient fix is genuinely brilliant. Ground flaxseed and water come together in minutes to form a thick, sticky gel that mimics the binding power of a whole egg. There's no hunting through labels for hidden allergens or worrying about cross-contact from nut-based egg replacers you might find at the store. Just stir, wait five minutes, and you have something that works seamlessly in baked goods, veggie patties, pancakes, and more. It's one of those kitchen tricks that feels almost too simple until you realize how reliably it delivers.
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Learn more →Ingredients
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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