Egg Substitutes for Baking

With eggs being one of the most common food allergies, in addition to vegan diets being so popular, egg substitutes for baking are in high demand! In years past, egg replacement options were less known, and finding alternatives was a major obstacle. These days, there are so many options, you’re sure to find one you love!

As a preface, while there are exceptions to the rule, most recipes have a limit on how many eggs you can replace without seeing a deterioration in the integrity of the recipe. The general rule of thumb is to use egg substitutes in recipes calling for 2 eggs or less. All recipes ratios are equal to one egg.

In this article, I’ll break down our favorite egg substitutes for baking, how many eggs each substitute can replace, and explain exactly how to make them yourself. Let’s go!

Chia Eggs as Egg Substitutes for Baking

Chia seeds are a superfood that have quickly gained popularity over the past few years. They’re filled with fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and many other nutrients that have made them all the craze. They also just so happen to be an amazing egg substitute!

Chia Egg Substitute

When submerged in water, chia seeds can absorb 10-12x their weight in water! Throughout this process, they become gelatinous, mimicking a similar consistency to a raw egg.

Their gelatinous nature makes them the perfect egg substitute for baking, without noticeably changing the flavor of the recipe.

Egg replacements made with chia seeds are best used in recipes that call for 1-2 eggs, like these Blueberry Muffins!

Chia Egg Ratio

These chia egg replacements are actually incredibly quick and easy to make! Requiring only two ingredients (chia seeds and water), this egg replacement couldn’t be more simple!

Ratio:

-1 tablespoon chia seeds (chia meal or whole chia seeds work at the same ratio)

-3 tablespoons water

Instructions:

-Combine ingredients, and allow to sit for 5 minutes, until mixture becomes gelatinous.

-Use in recipe as you would an egg.

It’s really that simple!

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Applesauce Eggs as Egg Substitutes for Baking

Believe it or not, applesauce actually makes an excellent egg substitute! Since this is something many people already have stocked in their kitchens, this is an incredibly convenient egg replacement.

Applesauce Egg Substitute

While flax and chia seeds are both gelatinous when exposed to water, applesauce is most definitely not. It’s actually somewhat liquidy.

So where are its binding properties? The answer is actually in the pectin! When cooked, pectin (found in apples) forms a sticky, gel-like texture that helps thicken, and bind the recipe together. Therefore, applesauce helps to both add moisture, and binds the recipe together. It’s a win win!

Egg replacements made with applesauce are best used in recipes that call for 1-2 eggs. This Healthy Gingerbread Recipe only requires 1 egg, making it a great option for an applesauce egg!

Applesauce to Egg Ratio

Applesauce, like mentioned above, really might be the absolute easiest egg replacement there is. The only ingredient is applesauce, meaning there’s no mixing, waiting, or extra ingredients you need on hand.

Ratio:

-1/4 cup applesauce

Instructions:

-Mix 1/4 cup applesauce into mixture for each egg needed.

Somethings really are just that easy!

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Banana Eggs as Egg Substitutes for Baking

Bananas are a great replacement for eggs in chewy, moist baked goods. This is another convenient replacement, especially if you’re like me. I’m guilty of always having those last few super ripe bananas on my counter that I promise myself I’ll eventually make into banana bread before they go bad (hint: I never do).

So grab your ripe bananas, and let’s make eggs!

Bananas as Egg Substitutes for Baking

The one thing to remember before deciding to use bananas as egg substitutes for baking, is that your recipe will most likely will turn out with a distinct, banana flavor. Personally, I LOVE bananas, so this doesn’t bother me.

When mashed, bananas take on a thick, mushy, moisture-filled consistency that makes them the perfect swap for eggs in moist baked goods.

While the general rule of thumb (use bananas to replace 1-2 eggs) still applies here, some recipes maintain their integrity swapping up to 3 eggs!

These Gluten Free Black Bean Brownies are a great recipe to begin experimenting with.

Banana Egg Ratio

The ratio for bananas is very simple, and again, requires only 1 ingredient…bananas!

Ratio:

-1/4 cup mashed bananas

Instructions:

-Mash banana, and use as you would an egg in recipe.

*note: Extra leavening may be needed.

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Gelatin Eggs as Egg Substitutes for Baking

Gelatin eggs are one of the most well-known egg replacements, especially in the AIP (Autoimmune Paleo Protocol) community.

With the right technique, and being used in the proper recipes, gelatin eggs are a fantastic egg replacement!

Gelatin Eggs as Egg Substitutes for Baking

Just like flax seeds and chia seeds, gelatin is a great substitute for eggs due to its gelatinous nature when submerged in water. However, gelatin eggs can get clumpy and difficult to work with quickly, so the proper technique is vital. But don’t worry..they’re actually very easy to make once you learn how. We’ll cover this in the instructions!

Gelatin eggs actually replace the highest quantity of eggs out all the egg substitutions we’ve discussed so far. This egg replacement may be used to replace up to 4 eggs in most recipes! This Gluten Free Carrot Cake is a good recipe to begin practicing utilizing gelatin eggs in!

Gelatin Egg Ratio

This recipe only requires two simple ingredients..gelatin and water! Here are the ratios.

Ratio:

-1 tablespoon grass-fed gelatin

-3 tablespoons hot water

Instructions:

-Heat water until water reaches a simmer/slight boil.

-Very slowly sprinkle gelatin over water, while vigorously whisking, or using an electric mixer to blend. Continue this process until all gelatin is combined, and dissolved.

-Allow to sit for 2 minutes, and mix into recipe.

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