What if we told you it’s possible to enjoy all your favourite dishes without eggs? Thanks to these vegan egg substitutes, you can!
Eggs have many properties in cooking and baking, from binding and thickening to rising and glazing. Mimicking the texture and taste of eggs with plant-based ingredients can require a little more effort, but it can be done.
By learning a few DIY baking hacks and exploring shop-bought egg replacers, you can recreate your favourite scrambled egg recipe or substitute eggs in baking.
Here’s our ultimate guide to vegan egg substitutes for all your baking and cooking endeavours.
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Vegan Egg Substitutes for Baking
OGGS Aquafaba
The Egg Alternative Aquafaba from OGGS is a versatile product for your baking endeavours.
It whips and whisks just like an egg, so you can create vegan desserts to your heart’s content. Check out this guide on how to use the OGGS aquafaba.
Available at Sainsbury’s, Waitrose and independent stockists.
Free and Easy Egg Replacer
Free from most allergens, this Egg Replacer is suitable for everything from meringue to pancakes. If you’re looking for a plant-based egg that makes light, fluffy and spongy bakes, this is the one for you.
Available at Waitrose, Ocado and independent stockists.
Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Egg Replacer
This handy product replaces whole eggs, whites or yolks for vegan cakes, muffins, cookies, pancakes and savoury bakes. Designed to replace the structure, lift and binding properties of eggs, it’s a great swap to have in your cupboard.
Available at Tesco (Marketplace), Amazon and independent stockists.
Aquafaba (Chickpea brine)
If you’re new to vegan baking, you may be surprised that the brine in cans of chickpeas is something of a wonder ingredient!
Aquafaba is an excellent vegan egg substitute and has similar properties to whipped egg whites. It’s ideal for making vegan meringues, macarons, buttercream, souffle and much more.
Although exact quantities may vary by recipe, here’s a general guideline for replacing eggs with aquafaba:
• 1 tablespoon aquafaba = 1 egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons aquafaba = 1 egg white
• 3 tablespoons aquafaba = 1 whole egg
Flax Eggs
If a recipe calls for a binding agent, you can achieve the gooey consistency of eggs by making flax eggs. This failsafe technique has been a lifesaver for vegan bakers long before egg replacement products hit the supermarkets!
Make a flax egg by mixing ground flaxseed with water, then allow it to sit for a few minutes. When the texture is thick and gloopy, it’s ready to go.
Flax eggs work best in recipes that don’t require rising, such as cookies.
Use this guideline as a rule of thumb when creating a flax egg: 1 egg = 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons of water.
Chia Eggs
Chia eggs are ideal for recipes that require the gel texture that eggs provide. Make a chia egg by mixing water with chia seeds and allow it to set until it has a gloopy consistency.
Use this technique for recipes that don’t require a rising agent, such as cookies.
Here’s a guideline for making chia eggs: 1 egg = 1 tablespoon of chia seeds + 3 tablespoons of water.
Baking Soda and Apple Cider Vinegar
When you’re baking light and fluffy cupcakes and want the perfect texture, you can’t go wrong with the trusted baking soda and apple cider vinegar trick!
This method may require a bit of trial and error to get right, but ¼ teaspoon of baking soda for every 1 tablespoon of vinegar is a good rule of thumb.
Silken Tofu
For recipes that are dense, moist or savoury, silken tofu can work wonders. Try it in vegan cheesecakes, puddings and mousses.
Generally speaking, 1 egg = ¼ cup silken tofu.
Mashed Banana
Looking for a substitute for recipes like muffins or pancakes? Mashed banana is a great baking hack, as the sticky texture of mashed banana works as a binding agent.
1 egg = ½ mashed banana is a general rule of thumb to go by.
Vegan Egg Substitutes for Cooking
Crack’d The No-Egg Egg
The No-Egg Egg is here to make sure nobody misses out on their favourite egg-based dishes. This versatile egg replacer can be used for Yorkshire puddings, waffles, toasties, scrambles and just about any dish you can think of.
Available at Asda, Ocado and independent stockists.
Vegan Scrambled Eggs
There are several vegan scrambled egg options in UK supermarkets and independent stores and firm tofu makes a delicious scramble too.
Bonsan Organic Breakfast Scramble
Your mornings just got even more delicious thanks to Bonsan’s scrambled egg alternative. Made with tofu and a blend of spices, this makes a delicious plant-powered breakfast.
Available at independent stockists.
The Tofoo Co. Scrambled Tofoo
You can use any firm tofu and season with turmeric and black salt to make your own delicious scrambled egg alternative. However, The Tofoo Co. has made this even easier with this scrambled tofu. Perfectly seasoned and ready to go!
Available at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Waitrose and Ocado.
Vegan Mayonnaise
Hellmann’s Vegan Mayo
You’ll be amazed that the egg-free version of the classic Hellmann’s mayo tastes so good, you wouldn’t even notice the difference. It has the thick and creamy texture we all know and love so you don’t have to miss out on your favourite condiment. It’s also available in Garlic flavour.
Available at Tesco, Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, Ocado, Asda and Morrisons.
Heinz Vegan Seriously Good Mayonnaise
This is the perfect rich, creamy and tasty addition to sandwiches, salads and fries.
Available at Tesco, Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, Ocado, Asda and Morrisons.
Nando’s Vegan Perinaise
Spice up your favourite foods with the Vegan Perinaise from Nando’s. This zingy, egg-free mayo is ideal for burgers, chips, sandwiches and wraps.
Available at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Ocado, Asda and Morrisons.
M&S Plant Kitchen Vegan Mayonnaise
It may come as a surprise that the secret ingredient in M&S’ vegan mayonnaise is broad bean protein! It makes the perfect dip for your chips, as well as dolloping on burgers, sandwiches and wraps.
ASDA Free From Classic Mayo
The ASDA Free From range includes a smooth and creamy mayonnaise alternative that’s suitable for vegans.
Lucy’s Dressings Vegan Mayonnaise
This versatile mayo alternative is perfect for dipping, dolloping and spreading.
Available at Ocado.
Hunter & Gather Egg Free Olive Oil Mayo
Go back to basics with this creamy plant-based mayo that’s also free from gluten and sugar.
Available at Ocado.
Rubies in the Rubble
This mayo is made with food waste in mind, which is why it’s produced with aquafaba (chickpea water), which is usually thrown away. Find it in Classic and Garlic flavours.
Available at independent stockists.
Biona Organic Egg Free Mayo
Biona Organic’s mayonnaise is a creamy alternative to classic mayo, made with a blend of soya free, certified organic ingredients.
Available at Ocado.
