Egg substitues
For hold::
1. **Mashed Banana** (¼ cup per egg)
- Adds moisture and sweetness, best for baked goods like muffins and pancakes.
2. **Applesauce** (¼ cup per egg)
- Works well in cakes and brownies, adds moisture and a slight sweetness.
3. **Pumpkin Puree** (¼ cup per egg)
- Adds moisture and a subtle flavor, great for muffins and breads.
4. **Avocado** (¼ cup mashed per egg)
- Adds creaminess and healthy fats, best for dense baked goods.
5. **Yogurt or Buttermilk** (¼ cup per egg)
- Adds moisture and a slight tang, works well in cakes and muffins.
6. **Nut Butters** (3 tbsp per egg)
- Adds richness and binding, best for cookies and bars.
7. **Ground Flaxseed or Chia Seeds** (1 tbsp + 3 tbsp water, let sit for 5 minutes)
- Creates a gel-like binder, great for pancakes, muffins, and breads.
8. **Commercial Egg Replacer** (e.g., Ener-G, Bob’s Red Mill)
- Follow package instructions; works well in most recipes.
**Leavening Substitutes** (for fluffiness and rise):
9. **Vinegar + Baking Soda** (1 tsp baking soda + 1 tbsp vinegar per egg)
- Creates a chemical reaction for lift, ideal for cakes and quick breads.
10. **Carbonated Water** (¼ cup per egg)
- Adds airiness and lightness, great for pancakes and waffles.
11. **Aquafaba** (3 tbsp per egg)
- The liquid from canned lequmes (beans) ; whips like egg whites for meringues and mousses.
**Moisture Substitutes** (for richness and texture):
12. **Vegetable Oil** (¼ cup per egg)
- Adds moisture, best for cakes and muffins.
13. **Milk (Dairy or Non-Dairy)** (¼ cup per egg)
- Adds moisture and structure, works well in cakes and pancakes.
14. **Condensed Milk** (¼ cup per egg)
- Adds sweetness and moisture, great for desserts.
15. **Mayonnaise** (3 tbsp per egg)
- Adds richness and moisture, ideal for cakes and brownies.
**Other Creative Substitutes**:
16. **Gelatin** (1 tbsp gelatin + 3 tbsp water, let sit)
- Works as a binder, but not vegan.
17. **Arrowroot Powder** (2 tbsp + 3 tbsp water per egg)
- Acts as a thickener and binder.
18. **Oatmeal** (¼ cup cooked oatmeal per egg)
- Adds moisture and binding, best for dense baked goods.
19. **Pureed Prunes** (¼ cup per egg)
- Adds sweetness and moisture, great for brownies and dark baked goods.
**Tips for Choosing a Substitute**:
- For **binding**, use flaxseed, chia seeds, or mashed banana.
- For **leavening**, use vinegar + baking soda or aquafaba.
- For **moisture**, use applesauce, yogurt, or oil.
- For **fluffy baked goods**, use carbonated water or aquafaba (liquid left over from cooking legumes