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14 best #EggSubstitutions [TY @MaQuest for this article]

by Isabella Keeling

"When it comes to cooking and baking, versatile eggs are a staple ingredient. They add texture, bounce, flavour and help bind mixes together – many recipes would fail without them. So, what do you if you're vegan? Or you've got started in the kitchen only discover you're out of eggs? Luckily there are lots of ingredients which can be used as egg substitutes – some of which you may already have in your kitchen.

"What is the best egg replacer to use?

"This depends mostly on what exactly you are baking or the dish you are making. The trickiest part about replacing eggs is knowing which substitute can be used in which dishes. Aquafaba, for example, is an excellent option for replacing egg whites but may not work if you need the richness of a yolk. And mashed banana is good for cakes but only if the flavours work well.

"Below, you'll find the best egg substitutions to use in sweet and savoury dishes. So whether you follow a vegan diet, or you're in need of a last minute replacement, you'll find plenty of alternatives to try.

The best egg substitutes for baking include...

- Aquafaba [drained water from a can of chickpeas]
- Ground flaxseed
- Apple purée
- Yogurt
- Mashed banana
- Silken tofu
- Chia seeds
- Coconut oil
- Pumpkin purée
- Bicarbonate of soda & apple cider vinegar
- Chickpea flour
- Liquid egg substitute
- Agar agar
- Arrowroot powder

Learn more:
https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/health/special-diets/best-egg-substitutions
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