egg substitute
in brownies.

Egg gives brownies their fudgy center and helps the top develop that crackly crust. The replacement needs to bind without adding too much lift, or the fudgy texture is lost.

top substitutes

01

Egg Substitute

10.0best for brownies
1:1

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

02

Chia Seeds

8.0best for brownies
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

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

03

Flaxseed

8.0best for brownies
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

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

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04

Bananas

6.0
1/2:1

Half a mashed banana per egg, adds sweetness

05

Applesauce

6.0
1/4 cup : 1 cup

1/4 cup applesauce per egg, best in baking

06

Greek Yogurt

5.0
1/4 cup : 1 cup

1/4 cup per egg, adds moisture and binding

07

Tofu

5.0
1/4 cup : 1 cup

Blend silken tofu smooth, 1/4 cup per egg

08

Avocado

4.0
1/4 cup : 1 cup

Mashed avocado, adds fat and moisture in baking

09

Buttermilk

4.0
1/4 cup : 1 cup

Adds tangy moisture; 1/4 cup replaces 1 egg in pancakes and cakes, tenderizes crumb

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