Egg Substitutes for Plant-Based Cooking

Choose an egg substitute based on what the egg is doing in the original recipe.

Binding

Ground flax or chia mixed with water can help bind some baked goods and patties, though results vary by recipe.

Moisture

Fruit purees can add moisture to some cakes and muffins but also change sweetness, flavor and structure.

Do not assume one-for-one

Eggs perform several culinary jobs. For recipes where aeration or structure is critical, use a tested plant-based recipe rather than improvising blindly.