Step 1

Place 1 cup of whole flaxseed into a small food processor or a clean coffee grinder.

Step 2

Grind flaxseed on high until it turns into fine flaxseed meal, about 30-40 seconds depending on the food processor.

Step 3

Scoop 1 tablespoon of flaxseed meal into a small bowl and add 3 tablespoons of warm water to the flax meal.

Step 4

Whisk the mixture and let sit for at least 15 minutes or until it becomes gelatinous and thick.

Step 5

Place the leftover flaxseed meal into an airtight container or mason jar and store in the refrigerator for later use.

Step 6

When flax egg is ready, use in your favorite oatmeal bake or pancake recipe!