Xanthan Gum Free Flaxseed Egg Substitute
Baking without eggs doesn't have to mean reaching for a store-bought egg replacer — and if you're also avoiding xanthan gum, many of those packaged options are immediately off the table anyway. This two-ingredient trick uses ground flaxseed and water to create a gel that mimics the binding power of a whole egg, no additives required. Just stir them together, wait five minutes, and you'll watch the mixture transform into something genuinely sticky and cohesive — almost like magic. It works because flaxseed naturally releases a mucilaginous gel when it hydrates, giving your baked goods the structure they need to hold together. It's a pantry-friendly solution that keeps your ingredient list clean and your recipes completely free of gums or fillers. Whether you're making muffins, quick breads, or veggie burgers, this substitute slots right in wherever a single egg would normally go.
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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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