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How To Make A Flax Egg

Cindy
In this article, we'll teach you how to make a flax egg, the perfect substitute for eggs in your baked goods. Whether you're following a vegan lifestyle, have an egg allergy, or simply ran out of eggs in the kitchen, this recipe will become your go-to solution.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Rest Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Cuisine American
Servings 1 flax egg
Calories 35 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
  • 3 tbsp water

Instructions
 

  • Add the ground flaxseed to a medium-sized bowl.
    Photo of a hand pouring ground flax seeds into a white bowl.
  • Then add the water to the bowl.
    Photo of a hand pouring water into a white bowl with the ground flaxseeds.
  • Whisk thoroughly for about 20 seconds to combine.
    Photo of a white bowl with a wire whisk, mixing together the flax egg mixture.
  • Set aside for 15 minutes until the mixture has become thick and gloopy. Use immediately or you can also make the flax egg in advance and leave it in the fridge overnight.
    Photo of a white bowl with a flax egg in the bowl. There is a golden spoon with a spoonful of flax egg in the spoon.
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