Homemade Flax Egg Substitute
This homemade flax egg substitute is a simple plant-based alternative to one egg in baked goods. It creates a lightly thickened mixture that works well in muffins, quick breads, pancakes, and cookies.
This recipe is breakfast, scaled for 1 servings, with 2 min prep and 5 min cook.
Prep: 2 min · Cook: 5 min · Total: 7 min · Serves: 1
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include ground flaxseed, water.
- Follow all 4 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 1 serving.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 3 tbsp water
Instructions
- Combine the ground flaxseed and water in a small saucepan or skillet over low heat.
- Simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to an egg-like consistency.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly before using.
- Use the full batch as a substitute for 1 large egg in baked recipes.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 37
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sodium: 3 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.