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Egg Wash Recipe

This simple egg wash recipe is perfect for giving your pies, pastries, and bread a beautiful, shiny finish. With just one egg and a tablespoon of water, you'll have an easy-to-use egg wash that elevates your baked goods to the next level.
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Baking
Cuisine: general
Keyword: air fryer breaded mushrooms, baking, egg wash, puff pastry
Cooking Method: No-Cook
Diet: Vegetarian
Calories: 1kcal
Author: MelanieCooks.com

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pc egg
  • 1 tbsp cold water

Instructions

  • Crack one egg into a mixing bowl.
  • Add one tablespoon of cold water to the bowl.
  • Whisk the egg and water together until fully combined.
  • Use a pastry brush to apply the egg wash to your pies, pastries, or bread before baking.

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Notes

  • The egg wash can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  • For a richer color, you can add a pinch of salt or sugar to the mixture.

Nutrition

Calories: 1kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.01g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 1mg | Vitamin A: 5IU | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.02mg