How to Make a Flax Egg (Vegan Egg Substitute)

How to make a flax egg with two simple ingredients, ground flax and water. The perfect ratio for 1:1 egg substitute. Use in any of your favourite recipes that call for an egg as a 1:1 replacement in any of your favourite baked goods.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Feb 3, 2025 by Hannah Sunderani

How to Make a Flax Egg (Vegan Egg Substitute)

Learning How to Make a Flax Egg is an essential part of egg-free baking! Today we’re going into all the details on how to make a flax egg, how to use it, and the next best vegan egg alternative to use when you’re out of ground flax seed meal.

flax egg in a clear bowl being scooped with a spoon to show eggy consistency

When I first adopted a plant-based diet in 2016 and was learning how to bake without eggs, I had the same question you’re probably thinking to yourself right now…what’s a flax egg?!

A flax egg is a simple vegan egg substitute that functions similarly to chicken eggs in baking. Just like regular eggs, a flax egg helps to bind muffins, pancakes, and cookie batters together, while also adding moisture to create a soft, chewy texture.

Trust me when I say that you won’t taste a difference. Unlike chia seed eggs that can add a bit of texture to baked goods, flax seed eggs are both smooth and practically flavourless. No one will have any idea you used a flax egg recipe in your baked goods!

flax egg in a clear bowl on a white backdrop with flaxseeds sprinkled on the countertop. There is also a small bowl of whole flaxseeds in the top left hand corner.

Why You’ll Love Flax Eggs…

  • 2-ingredient
  • Vegan-friendly
  • Gluten-free
  • Allergen-friendly
  • Cost effective
  • Easy to make
  • Perfect for baking
  • Ready in 10 minutes
  • Mild in flavor
  • Great binding agent
two bowls on a white backdrop. The bottom bowl is full of ground flaxseed and the top bowl is full of water.

Ingredient Notes

  • Ground flax seeds – You can use either golden flax seeds (yellow flax seeds) or brown flax seeds to make flax eggs. Just make sure to purchase ground flaxmeal or flax powder as opposed to whole flax seeds.

    Whole flax seeds are unable to absorb water and form the gel-like consistency because of their tough outer shell. Therefore whole flaxseeds won’t work as an egg replacer. However, it’s easy to make ground flax meal out of whole flaxseeds. To learn how to make ground flax meal at home, scroll down to the FAQs section!
  • Water – Water is the most common choice when it comes to making flax eggs, but you can really use any liquid of choice. If you’re making a sweet breakfast or dessert, you can use a creamy plant-milk! Or, if you’re making a savoury recipe, you can use vegetable broth. Use what you like – I always use water because it’s easy and neutral in flavour. 
flax egg in a clear bowl on a white backdrop with flaxseeds sprinkled on the countertop. There is also a small bowl of whole flaxseeds in the top left hand corner.

How to Make Flax Eggs

If you’ve never made a flax egg before, you’ll be pleasantly surprised how simple the process is! 

If you only have whole flaxseeds at home, you’ll start by turning into flax meal. To do this add 1/2 cup whole flaxseeds to a blender and pulse until finely ground and powder-like in consistency, about 30 seconds.

To make one flax egg, start by combining 1 tablespoon of ground flax seeds with 3 tablespoons of water in a small cup. Using a whisk or fork, stir well to combine, making sure the ground flax seed is well hydrated. 

Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes until thickened, gel-like and gloopy in texture. There you have it! A vegan substitute for eggs that can be used in baked goods, desserts, plant-based burgers, and more! 

image of ground flax egg in a small bowl with a teaspoon scooping out the egg to show the jelly consistency

My Favourite Recipes Using Flax Seeds as an Egg Substitute

Recipe FAQs

Are two flax eggs equal to two eggs?

That’s right. As written, this recipe is the equivalent of 1 egg. It’s a 1:1 egg substitute. If you’re making a recipe that calls for two eggs, double the recipe to make two flax eggs. If the recipe calls for three eggs, triple it (and so on!). 

How do I make ground flax meal from whole flax seeds?

Add ½ cup whole flax seeds to a blender and pulse until ground and powder-like in consistency, about 30 seconds.  Alternatively, you can do this in a food processor but it won’t be quite as smooth.

Store in an air-tight container in the pantry, refrigerator, or freezer for up to 6 months (If you live in a warmer climate, ground flax seed meal keeps best in the refrigerator or freezer!).

flax egg in a small bowl being scooped with a spoon to show eggy consistency. In the background in a small bowl of whole flax eggs.

Can I use flax eggs like regular eggs in any recipe?

When using flax as a replacement for eggs, there are a few things to keep in mind. While it works perfectly in almost all baked goods as a binder and thickening agent, flax eggs do not work as an egg replacer where eggs are the “star of the show.”

For example, if you’re making breakfast dishes like quiches, frittatas, or scrambles, I highly recommend sticking with vegan ingredients like tofu or chickpea flour!

Flax eggs also won’t work in recipes that require emulsification (think mayonnaise) or desserts where traditional eggs are used for their light airiness (merengue). In these circumstances, it’s best to use aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas).

If you’re unsure about a recipe, a good rule of thumb is to use flax eggs where traditional eggs are used for binding and moisture and avoid recipes that use eggs for structure and leavening!

image of ground flax egg in a small bowl with a teaspoon in the center. To the left hand side is a small bowl of whole flaxseeds.

More Vegan Basics to Make from Scratch:

I hope you love this simple vegan egg substitute as much as I do! If you do make this recipe, please let me know in the comments below what you think and check out The Two Spoons App for more wholesome vegan recipes like this! I truly love hearing from you, and I’m always here to answer any questions you might have. 

And of course, tag me on Instagram with your pictures using the hashtag #twospoons. Nothing makes me happier than to see your recreations. 

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How to make a flax egg (1:1 substitute)

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How to make a flax egg with two simple ingredients, ground flax and water. The perfect ratio for 1:1 egg substitute. Use in any of your favourite recipes that call for an egg as a 1:1 replacement in any of your favourite baked goods.
flax egg in a clear bowl being scooped with a spoon to show eggy consistency
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Serves 1 flax egg

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp ground flaxseeds (*see notes for how to grind whole flaxseeds)
  • 3 tbsp water

Instructions

  • In a small cup combine the ground flax seeds and water and whisk well to combine. Let sit for 10 minutes until thickened and gloopy in texture. Use this flax egg as a replacement for 1 egg in your favourite baking recipes.

Notes

(*To make ground flax seeds: add ½ cup chia seeds to a blender and pulse until ground. Store in an air-tight container in the pantry for up to 6 months.)

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Nutrition

Calories: 37kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 57mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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