An egg replacer is an ingredient or product used to replace eggs in baking and cooking. This is especially important for families managing egg allergies or following a vegan diet.
Eggs play several roles in recipes. They can provide structure, moisture, richness, and help with rising. Because of that, the right egg replacement depends on the recipe.
Commercial egg replacers are powder mixes designed specifically for baking. They are usually made from starches and leavening agents and are mixed with water before adding to the recipe.
There are also simple pantry options. Applesauce or mashed banana can add moisture in muffins and quick breads. A flax egg, made by mixing ground flaxseed with water, works well in many baked goods. In some recipes, yogurt alternatives or even a little extra oil can help.
The key is understanding what the egg is doing in the recipe. Once you know that, choosing the right replacement becomes much easier. Or, you can simply follow a recipe that’s already been tested for an egg-replacer, to take out the guess work and use a recipe that has proven results. All of the recipes on Allergy Awesomeness that are egg free have been tested.
