what can i do with leftover beaten eggs

If a dish calls for separating eggs, don’t throw one half away. Egg yolks and whites can be used in a variety of recipes, from fluffy meringues to mayonnaise.

If you’re a keen baker, you’ll be familiar with the process of separating eggs. The binary characteristics of egg yolks and egg whites mean they can be used in very different ways. Translucent whites offer lightness but also body to desserts such as meringues and macarons, while deep yellow yolks are rich and oily, making them a perfect binding agent. A lot of recipes require one but not the other, so if you’re faced with a bowl of leftover whites or yolks, try using them up with one of our suggestions.Advertisement

For more inspiration with leftovers, check out our collections of egg white recipes and egg yolk recipes. Plus, see our series of guides for how to cook eggs in different ways:

For more ways with leftovers, check out these ways to use up leftover bread, leftover chocolate and leftover yogurt.

Top 10 ways of using up egg whites

The ultimate egg white recipe, fluffy meringues with crispy outsides are easy to achieve and usually freezable, meaning you can have a batch on standby for last-minute desserts. Try our rainbow meringues with fruit and flavoured cream, crumbled into ice cream, stirred into Eton mess or to make a pavlova.

Watch our video on how to make meringues:

Give bagels and burger buns an authentic shiny top with a light layer of egg white before baking. As shown in this Edd Kimber bagel recipe, not only will it give a professional seal, it also allows seeds to stick easily to the top – try sesame, poppy or sunflower. This one is ideal if you have only one or two whites.

How to store egg whites

Egg whites will keep in the fridge for up to two days, but they can also be frozen for up to three months. Put them into freezer bags or individual ice cube trays so you can use as many as you need. Label them carefully, noting the number of egg whites – once you’ve defrosted them they can’t go back into the freezer. Defrost in the fridge overnight before using.

3 brilliant ideas to use up leftover egg whites!

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What to do with leftover egg whites?

If so, you’re probably staring at a big pile of leftover egg whites. Whatever you do, do not toss them. Instead keep a running list of good egg white recipes handy, so you have a plan for this versatile leftover. From savory to sweet, and even drinks, there are a lot of different ways to use up egg whites, whether you have just one or a dozen.

What are the replacements for eggs?

There are several egg substitutes that can be used in recipes, depending on the role they play. Some examples are: Banana puree, apple puree or avocado puree to moisten cakes and cookies. Hydrated chia or linseed to bind pasta and puddings. Chickpea flour dissolved in water or milk for savory pies. Aquafaba, which is the cooking water of legumes, to replace the egg whites. Peanut, cashew, or almond butter for recipes that call for a nutty flavor. Baking soda with vinegar, soda or carbonated water to give lightness and rise to dough. Yogurt, buttermilk, gelatin or agar-agar for recipes that need consistency and texture.

What can I do with extra egg whites?

But they can be used for other purposes – suggestions listed below. Omelettes – Either an egg white omelette or add extra whites into a standard omelette. Egg ribbon soups – Add extra egg whites into Asian soups with egg ribbons, such as Chinese Chicken Corn Soup and Hot & Sour Soup.

Can you freeze leftover egg whites?

But if you’re short on time or don’t have enough egg whites to make a recipe yet, remember that leftover egg whites freeze incredibly well. And so do the yolks for that matter. Simply freeze them and defrost when you’re ready or collected enough!