Aquafaba vs Egg White

A side-by-side guide to substituting Egg White for Aquafaba (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Egg White works as a 1:1 swap for Aquafaba in most recipes.

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Aquafaba

Base unit: tbsp

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Egg White

Conversion: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount)

Tags: common

Notes: Nearly identical binding and foaming properties; use 1:1 in meringues, mousses, and baked goods—not vegan but chemically equivalent.

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When to use Egg White instead of Aquafaba

Nearly identical binding and foaming properties; use 1:1 in meringues, mousses, and baked goods—not vegan but chemically equivalent. The conversion is 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).

Common questions

Can I substitute Egg White for Aquafaba?

Yes — Nearly identical binding and foaming properties; use 1:1 in meringues, mousses, and baked goods—not vegan but chemically equivalent. Ratio: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).

What's the conversion ratio for Aquafaba to Egg White?

1:1 substitution (use the same amount). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Aquafaba and Egg White interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Nearly identical binding and foaming properties; use 1:1 in meringues, mousses, and baked goods—not vegan but chemically equivalent..

Is Egg White a better substitute than other options for Aquafaba?

Egg White is one of the options SubSwap lists for Aquafaba. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Aquafaba substitutes.

Looking for more Aquafaba substitutes beyond Egg White?

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