Have egg taboos or want to avoid them? Don't worry, because actually various types of cakes and heavy meals can still be made without the addition of eggs, with textures and flavors that are still delicious on the tongue! Generally, bananas and applesauce are the most common substitute options for replacing the moist, thick texture of eggs. However, you can also use baking powder, finely ground flax seeds, or even gelatin to replace eggs in various cake recipes. So what if eggs are the main ingredient? Try replacing it with tofu!
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Method 1 of 2: Substituting for Eggs in Cake Recipes
Step 1. Replace 1 egg with 30 grams of banana puree to add moisture to the mixture
Bananas are one of the most popular egg substitutes to add to a variety of sweet recipes like muffins, breads, and cakes. Specifically, mash 1/2 a banana to make 30 grams of puree which can be used instead of 1 egg.
Since the banana will affect the taste of the cake, make sure you only apply this method to a variety of banana-flavored snacks. If you're not planning on making banana-flavored breads or muffins, use other ingredients that don't taste as strong as bananas
Step 2. Use applesauce to add moisture, density, and sweetness to the cookie dough
Applesauce pairs perfectly with brownies and chocolate cake batter, especially since the intense chocolate flavor hides the applesauce flavor well. Use 43 grams of apple sauce or puree to replace 1 egg.
Applesauce and other fruit purees can make the dough feel heavier and denser. If you want a lighter textured cookie dough, just use 30 grams of fruit puree and 1 tsp. baking powder to replace 1 egg
Step 3. Use 43 grams of pumpkin to replace 1 egg in muffin or bread dough
Since pumpkin can change the taste of a cake, make sure you only use this method to make recipes that blend perfectly with pumpkin. For example, use pumpkin in a variety of spiced bread, muffins, and cake batters as a moisturizer, binder, and unique flavor enhancer.
Make sure the pumpkin is mashed so that the texture doesn't clump in the dough
Step 4. Use a mixture of baking soda and vinegar to make the dough rise
Replace 1 egg with a mixture of 1 tbsp. vinegar and 1 tsp. baking soda. Baking soda can add a warm brown color to the dough.
The baking soda will react with the acid produced by the vinegar, buttermilk, or cream of tartar in the recipe. As a result, the baking soda will release carbon dioxide which can help the dough to rise
Step 5. Use baking powder and vegetable oil to make the dough rise
Replace 1 egg with a mixture of 2 tbsp. water, 1 tbsp. vegetable oil, and 1 tsp. baking powder. Mix all three ingredients until smooth, then mix into the dough. Baking powder serves to make the texture of the dough lighter and expands when cooked.
Step 6. Replace the egg whites with agar-agar powder
To use it, you only need to mix 1 tbsp. gelatin powder with 1 tbsp. water, stir the two ingredients until well mixed, then chill in the refrigerator. Once the temperature has cooled, stir the gelatin again and add it to the cake mix. This dose is equivalent to 1 egg white. Adjust the amount of agar used according to your egg needs!
- You can easily find gelatin powder with various brands in various supermarkets.
- Gelatin powder is a great option for vegans and can be used to replace gelatin.
Step 7. Replace 3 eggs with 1 can of soda to add to the instant cake powder
While soda isn't the healthiest substitute option, at least the cake will rise well and have a more unique taste once it's done! One can of soda with a dose of 350 ml is equivalent to 3 eggs. If you're already using soda, skip the oil so the cake batter doesn't end up being too runny.
Choose a soda flavor that blends best with your cake. For example, you can combine vanilla-flavored instant cake powder with orange-flavored soda to make orange-flavored cakes. If you'd like, you can also mix ginger soda with spiced instant cake powder, or mix chocolate flavored instant cake powder with root beer for chocolate and root beer cakes
Step 8. Use finely ground flax and chia seeds to add a nutty flavor to your cake
First, mash or grind both using a tool to grind the spices or coffee beans until they are really smooth in texture. Then, mix in 1 tbsp. flaxseed powder or 1 tsp. chia seed powder with 3 tbsp. water to replace 1 egg. Let stand the solution for 30 minutes until the texture thickens and resembles jelly.
- Since flaxseeds have a nutty taste, try using them in a variety of appropriate recipes.
- Chia seeds can beautify the color of the cake you make.
- If eggs are also needed as a developer, add 1/4 tsp. baking powder.
Step 9. Use gelatin as a binder in cookie and muffin recipes
Since gelatin will not change the taste of cakes and cookies, you can use a mixture of 1 tbsp. gelatin and 3 tbsp. warm water to replace 1 egg.
Remember, gelatin is not suitable for consumption by vegans. For those of you who are vegan, use gelatin powder to get similar results
Step 10. Use a mixture of oil and water if you don't want to use powdered jelly
Specifically, use a mixture of 2 tbsp.oil and 1 tbsp. water to replace 1 egg. In addition, 1 egg can also be replaced by 2 tbsp. liquid, 2 tbsp. flour, and 1 tbsp. White butter.
Method 2 of 2: Substituting for Eggs in Main Course
Step 1. Use an over-the-counter egg substitute for recipes that call for large amounts of eggs
Look for products that don't contain eggs, especially since products labeled as “egg substitute” instead of “egg replacer” may still contain eggs. After that, you can use it to make recipes that require large amounts of eggs, such as scrambled eggs.
- Ener-G Egg Replacer is a popular egg replacement product among vegans. Try buying them at supermarkets that sell imported ingredients or health stores online or offline.
- Follow the instructions for use listed on the back of each product's packaging. Generally, you just need to mix the product with water and then add it directly to the recipe.
- Avoid egg substitute products sold in the market under the brands Egg Beaters and Better'n Egg. Both are actually egg substitutions that still contain eggs!
Step 2. Use tofu in various egg-based recipes
Tofu is the perfect substitute for scrambled eggs, quiche and custard. To use it, you just need to grind the tofu until it's soft and doesn't clump, then mix it into your cooking. Use 60 grams of tofu to replace 1 egg.
- Use silken tofu or other types of tofu that are soft in texture. Do not use tofu that is dense in texture because this type is difficult to process until soft.
- Make sure you only use tofu that is unsalted or unseasoned and unprocessed.
- Although it doesn't expand like eggs, at least tofu can give it a similar texture.
Step 3. Use mashed potatoes as a binder in cooking
Starchy mashed potatoes are the perfect egg substitute option in a variety of savory dishes such as ground beef, mixed vegetables and ground beef, or hamburgers. To use it, you only need to add 30 grams of mashed potatoes to replace 1 egg.
You can make your own mashed potatoes or use a variety of instant mashed potato products
Step 4. Use soft tofu as an emulsifier in a variety of vegan dishes
Tofu contains lecithin which can function as an emulsifier in food. In other words, tofu can be used as a thickening and stabilizing agent in a variety of vegan recipes that require the use of mayonnaise, ranch sauce, and hollandaise sauce. However, make sure you only use tofu that is soft, unflavored, not dense, unseasoned, and unbaked.
60 grams of tofu puree is equivalent to 1 egg
Step 5. Use turmeric to enhance the color of egg-free foods
If you want to keep your vegan scrambled eggs golden yellow, try adding turmeric. In addition to beautifying the color of the dish, turmeric can also make the taste of food a little more spicy and sour.
- Just use a pinch of turmeric to turn tofu or other egg substitutes a golden yellow color!
- Make sure the turmeric is stirred evenly so it doesn't clump and mess up the taste of the dish.
Tips
- Experiment with using different types of egg substitutes in your favorite recipes to find the best option for each recipe! Don't worry, there are no special rules you have to follow, really.
- For those of you who are vegan, don't use gelatin to replace eggs in cooking.
