egg substitute
in scones.

Egg binds scones dough and gives the crumb a tender, cohesive texture. Any substitute must hold the dough together without making it dense.

top substitutes

01

Egg Substitute

10.0best for scones
1:1

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

02

Chia Seeds

8.0best for scones
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

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

03

Flaxseed

8.0best for scones
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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