Advice on: Making a Flax Egg
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp flaxseed meal
- 3 tbsp water
A “flax egg” is commonly used in vegan baking for muffins and cookies, and it’s a great substitute for the egg-allergic too. Following is the method for replacing one egg, and you can double or triple it as needed.
See more homemade egg substitutes here.
Makes: 1 serving
Free of: gluten and all top allergens
Instructions
- Add the flaxseed meal and water to a small bowl. Whisk well.
- Let the mixture sit 5-7 minutes to thicken. (Place bowl in refrigerator for more gelatinous ‘eggs’.)
- Stir again before using.
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