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How to Make Egg Wash (in 2 Minutes!)

Prep Time :2 minutes
Total Time :2 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon of water/milk/cream optional (read FAQs)

Instructions

  • Crack the egg into a small bowl.
  • Whisk the egg with a fork or a small whisk until the yolk and white are fully combined.
  • If you want a slightly thinner consistency or a softer shine, add 1 tablespoon of water, milk, or heavy cream and whisk again.
  • Brush the egg wash onto your dough or pastry using a pastry brush before baking.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 63kcal (3%)Carbohydrates: 0.3gProtein: 6g (12%)Fat: 4g (6%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 164mg (55%)Sodium: 62mg (3%)Potassium: 61mg (2%)Sugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 238IU (5%)Calcium: 25mg (3%)Iron: 1mg (6%)