How to Make Flax “Eggs”
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- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 flax egg 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Stirred
- Diet: Vegan
Learn how to make flax eggs for egg-free baking! Flax eggs are a great solution for vegans and those with egg allergies. They’re also a nice, simple substitute for baked goods if you run out regular eggs. Recipe as written yields 1 flax egg; multiply as needed.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds,* also known as flaxseed meal
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Combine the ground flax and water in a small bowl (if your recipe calls for multiple eggs, just multiply the ingredients as necessary and mix in the same bowl). Stir with a fork until combined.
- Let the mixture rest for at least 10 to 15 minutes, until it’s somewhat “gloppy” or congealed. Use in place of the eggs in your baking project!
Notes
*How to grind flax seeds: You can either start with store-bought ground flaxseed (Bob’s Red Mill offers one) or grind your own. To grind your own, blend at least 1/4 cup in a food processor for about 1 minute, or until it feels like a slightly gritty flour. Store any leftover ground flax in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.
More uses for flaxseed: I love to blend a tablespoon or two into my smoothies for some nutty flavor, additional fiber and omega-3s. It’s especially good in my basic blueberry smoothie and banana almond smoothie.
Chia seed alternative: You can also use ground chia seeds in place of ground flaxseeds (same amount and method)!
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Recipe from Cookie and Kate: https://cookieandkate.com/flax-egg-recipe/