Egg Substitute Recipe

Tired of expensive egg beaters? This game-changing egg substitute recipe from a friendly village grocer is a kitchen must-have! It's cheaper, better, and works in ANY recipe calling for eggs – from baking cakes to scrambling breakfast. A quarter-cup equals one egg! Keep a handy pitcher in your fridge (it lasts up to 8 days, just stir before use) and say goodbye to egg shortages and inflated prices. Prepare to be amazed by how versatile and delicious this is!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 196.9 kcal

Protein 32g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Egg Substitute

Egg Whites (not found in recipe)
Oil (not found in recipe)
Dry Milk (not found in recipe)
Yellow Food Coloring (not found in recipe)
10 ounces silken tofu
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt

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How to Make Egg Substitute

In a medium bowl, whisk together the silken tofu, nutritional yeast, cornstarch, and water until completely smooth.
Add the apple cider vinegar and salt; whisk again to combine thoroughly.
For best results, let the mixture sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step also helps improve the texture.
Stir well before using. A 1/4 cup of this mixture is equivalent to one large egg.
Use in any recipe calling for eggs! Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

13g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Egg Substitute?

Egg Substitute takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Egg Substitute?

Egg Substitute has approximately 196.9 calories per serving, with about 32 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Egg Substitute?

The key ingredients for Egg Substitute are Egg Whites, Oil, Dry Milk, Yellow Food Coloring, 10 ounces silken tofu, 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast. See the full list with measurements above.