Substitute For Eggs

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This easy recipe for a substitute for eggs works with either ground chia seeds or ground flax seeds. This baking substitute replaces 1 large egg and can be used in cakes, brownies, and cookies. Results aren't guaranteed but should work fairly well in many recipes.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 73kcal

Author: Janice Lawandi

Equipment

OXO balloon whisk

Ingredients

15 mL chia seeds or flax seeds
45 mL water

Metric - US

Instructions

In a spice grinder, grind the chia seeds (or flax seeds) into a very fine powder.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ground seeds with the water. Let sit for 10 minutes. The mixture will gel and have a similar texture to a whisked egg. It is now ready to use.

Notes

This recipe replaces one (1) egg. If you want to replace two eggs, double the recipe.

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