egg substitutes

12 substitutes · avg score 4.9 · Whole chicken eggs — versatile binder, structure builder, and moisture source in baking and cooking. A large egg is about 50 g and contains roughly 70 calories; used in scrambles, omelets, cakes, custards, meringues, and batters.

quick swaps (averaged across uses)

01

Egg Substitute

10.0
1:1

Commercial egg replacer; follow box ratio, works for binding and lift in most baking

02

Chia Seeds

8.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

1 tbsp chia + 3 tbsp water per egg, rest 5 min

03

Flaxseed

8.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg, rest 5 min

04

Applesauce

6.0
1/4 cup : 1 cup

1/4 cup applesauce per egg, best in baking

05

Bananas

6.0
1/2:1

Half a mashed banana per egg, adds sweetness

06

Greek Yogurt

5.0
1/4 cup : 1 cup

1/4 cup per egg, adds moisture and binding

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