Well, for quite a few reasons, actually. Reasons to replace eggs include: Economics: considerable fluctuations in global egg supply and pricing Health concerns: cholesterol content, avian influenza outbreaks, etc. Lifestyle: vegan/vegetarian diets Shelf-life and handling: egg products have a limited shelf-life and can lead to HACCP issues Allergen: egg is considered a top allergen in the U.S., creating a [...]
Why do consumers ask for bakery products that are free from egg? Health- and sustainability-conscious consumers are driving the “free-from” trend by asking for egg-free alternatives. Numerous recent public health concerns, such as avian influenza and fipronil contamination, have also increased the importance of egg replacement. Moreover, egg is a costly ingredient with considerable supply [...]
The egg shortage is no yoke! (yoke, joke, see what I did there?). The avian flu is decreasing the supply of eggs and increasing prices. If you’re looking for a solution, egg replacers should be at the top of your list! Why egg replacers? In our current situation, the main reason may be cost. Egg substitutes can [...]
