Egg Substitute in Brownies

Whether you are a vegetarian, or a vegan, allergic to eggs, or trying to cut down on cholesterol, you are entitled to enjoy all those delicious goodies that require eggs to be made. How is that possible? By finding a suitable substitute that allows you to savor all those delicacies that were previously out of reach. Here, we will talk about finding the right egg substitute in brownies, so you can enjoy it as much as anyone else.

Now you may have wondered about what to substitute for an egg in brownies. You will be surprised to learn that there are so many options, you are going to be spoiled for choice. Of course, you will have to experiment with each substitute, till you find one that appeals to your taste buds. Take a look at all the recipes that can replace eggs, in your favorite brownie recipe.

What is a Suitable Egg Replacement for Brownies?

Before you find a suitable egg substitute, you should understand the purpose of adding eggs while preparing brownies. Eggs are primarily used as binding agents, that combine all the ingredients in the brownies together. The moist texture that defines a brownie, is given to it with the use of eggs. Eggs work as leavening agents, and finally, they even help give brownies their volume and shape, since they bind all the ingredients together. However, eggs can be substituted, and while many claim that nothing can beat the flavor that eggs give to brownies, these substitutes will give your brownies a whole new and unique flavor. Take a look at some of these substitutes, and the measures in which they are to be used instead of eggs.

Egg Substitutes	Amount	How to Replace
Tofu	1 Egg = ¼ cup Blended Tofu	Shred ¼ cup of tofu, and toss it in the blender. Blend until it attains a completely smooth texture.
Soy Yogurt/Plain Yogurt	1 Egg = ¼ cup Yogurt	If you are a vegan, you may opt for soy yogurt. Otherwise plain yogurt will do the trick. Just beat it well and add it to the brownie mix.
Applesauce	1 Egg = ¼ cup Applesauce, 1 tsp Baking Powder	The chocolate in the brownies overpowers the flavor of applesauce so it can be safely used, and is in fact, one of the best egg substitutes for brownies.
Flax seeds	1 Egg = 1 tbsp ground Flax seeds, 3 tbsp Water	Grind the flax seeds in a coffee grinder, and mix with water. Allow it to rest till it becomes gelatinous, then use. Flax seeds are extremely healthy, and will provide some nutrition apart from being a suitable egg substitute.
Bananas	1 Egg = ½ pureed Banana	Choose a ripe banana to substitute for eggs. Just mash it smooth, and use it. Warning: Banana will alter the flavor of the brownies.
Commercial Egg Substitute	Substitute as per Instructions on Pack	Use as per instructions on pack. Many people who have used this find it to leave behind a peculiar taste. However, there have been exceptions to this case.

Many people use other different types of substitutes for eggs, such as arrowroot, cornstarch, gelatin, and even oats. However, these do not give a great final product, as they affect the texture of the brownies. You will though, find several recipes for eggless brownies using some of these ingredients. You may give them a shot and see if they work for you.

Pick your choice and use a substitute of your choice in your favorite brownie recipes. Remember, you may take time to adapt to the flavors, but as soon as you figure out which egg substitute suits your palate the best, it is going to become a permanent ingredient in your brownies.