Substitute Flaxseed for Eggs in Baking

Did you know you can replace the eggs in any baked good {or at least all the ones I’ve tried!} with a ground flaxseed and water mixture?

This super cool tip boosts the health benefits/fiber and reduces the calories in muffins, cakes and sweet breads! Plus, it is super simple!Ground Flaxseed Egg Substitute
{replaces 1 egg}

Ingredients
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed*
3 tablespoons water

Directions
Whisk together the ground flaxseed and water. Let sit for 5-10 minutes. The mixture will become gummy – very similar to the consistency of an egg. Then just add it to the recipe just like you would eggs.

*You can either buy pre-ground flaxseeds, or buy the raw whole seeds like I do and grind them in a Blendtec or Magic Bullet. If you grind your own, you just need to blend until they become a fine powder. If you grind extras, keep in an airtight container in the fridge.

Nutrition Information
{serving size = 1 egg substitute}
35 calories, 2.8g fat, 2g carbs, 2g fiber, 1.5g protein

Click {here} if you want more information on the healthy benefits of flaxseed.