How to Make Flax Egg (Vegan Egg Substitute)
Learn how to make a flax egg with just two simple ingredients! This quick and easy vegan egg substitute is perfect for baking muffins, cookies, pancakes, and more - no eggs needed. Great for plant-based, dairy-free, and egg-free recipes.
Equipment
- 1 Small bowl
- 1 Spoon
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (flaxseed meal)
- 2 + ½ tablespoons water
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the ground flaxseed and water.
- Stir well and let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes, or until it thickens to a gel-like consistency.
- Use in place of 1 egg in your baking or cooking recipe.
Notes
- Need more than one flax egg? Just multiply the recipe as needed (e.g., for 2 eggs, use 2 tablespoon flaxseed + 5 tablespoon water).
- Make it fresh: Grind whole flaxseeds in a blender, spice grinder, or coffee grinder to make your own flaxseed meal.
- Storage tip: Store leftover flax eggs in the fridge for up to 3 days, or ground flaxseed in the fridge or freezer to keep it fresh.
- Best for: Muffins, brownies, cookies, pancakes, fritters, and veggie burgers.
- Not for: Recipes that rely on eggs for structure or fluffiness like meringues, omelets, or soufflés.
Nutrition
Calories: 37kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 57mgFiber: 2gSugar: 0.1gVitamin C: 0.04mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 0.4mg
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