Substitute for egg
1 egg of egg can be replaced with 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or 1/4 cup mashed banana or 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water.
Scale the substitute for egg
Enter the amount your recipe needs and the substitute updates.
How to make the swap
Mix into the wet ingredients.
What to watch out for
Results are denser and moister. Best in muffins, pancakes, brownies and quick breads, not meringue or custard.
Notes on each option
- Mashed ripe banana: Adds banana flavour.
- Flax egg: Stir and rest for 5 minutes until it forms a gel.
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What can I use instead of egg?
1 egg of egg can be replaced with 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or 1/4 cup mashed banana or 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water.
How much substitute do I need for 2 eggs of egg?
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce or 1/2 cup mashed banana or 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3/8 cup water.
Will the result change?
Results are denser and moister. Best in muffins, pancakes, brownies and quick breads, not meringue or custard.