Egg is the top-ranked Flaxseed substitute for Scones, chosen for how well it preserves Scones's structure, moisture, and flavor. 1 options are ranked on this page by Scones-specific applicability.
Flaxseed plays a specific role in Scones — structure, rise, moisture, or flavor — and substitutes that miss the role relevant to Scones rank lower here than they might elsewhere. The list above is tuned to Scones, not to generic baking or cooking.
Start with the listed ratio but watch for Scones-specific warnings below each card — some subs need a moisture tweak, heat adjustment, or companion ingredient to work in Scones. Taste a small batch before committing.