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What is aquafaba? (21 Amazing Recipes)

Published: Feb 6, 2020 · Modified: Mar 23, 2023 by Janelle Hama

It's daunting when you first change your diet to not include eggs, especially when baking. This is where aquafaba comes in, it's loved by vegans/plant based dieters. I've compiled a list of aquafaba recipes below, but allow me to explain a little bit about this ingredient.

Aquafaba in a cup
What does aquafaba look like? It's yellow-y with the viscosity of a watered down egg white

What is aquafaba?

What is aquafaba?

Aquafaba is the brine left over from soaked or tinned chickpeas (or a variety of beans) - it's chickpea juice!

What can I do with aquafaba?

This magical juice has so many uses in food; use as an egg replacer in baking, whip up to make vegan royal icing or whisk to make vegan meringue. It's so intriguing how a juice turns into something so white and fluffy!

How long can I keep aquafaba in the fridge?

I have found the 5-6 day period to be the longest period before it's starts turning funky. When it soils, a white film starts to form on the top layer.

What does aquafaba taste like?

In the raw form, it tastes as expected, like the beans it came from. When used in cooking or baking, it isn't noticeable at all.

Can I whip aquafaba by hand?

Yes you can, however it will take a while. Whipping aquafaba requires constant motion, if allowed to sit for a while in between whipping it will break down again.

Recipes

Aquafaba features a lot in my recipes on Plant Based Folk, soit makes sense to collate a list of these aquafaba recipes along with other recipes from fellow food bloggers;

Eggless Mayonnaise (Vegan + 5 Minutes)
This Eggless mayonnaise recipe is an amazing substitute for traditional mayo. It’s thick and creamy, perfect for sandwiches, salads or as a dip. It’s also vegan and gluten free.
Vegan Mayonnaise
Eggless mayonnaise in a white bowl
Lemon Cake Recipe with Thyme
A delicious plant based lemon and thyme cake.
Vegan Lemon Cake with Thyme
cup cakes with white frosting, lemon zest and thyme on top
Bacon Bits Mac Cheese
This vegan pasta dish uses plant based bacon bits and aquafaba for the sauce. It’s so delicious and easy to make.
Check out this recipe
vegan bacon mac n cheese in a pot
Vegan Chocolate Mousse with Aquafaba
This Vegan Aquafaba Chocolate Mousse made without Egg Whites and No Dairy is a chocolate-lover dream dessert – whether you are vegan or not. Decadent and indulgent, this 3 ingredients Chocolate Mousse makes an absolutely delicious dessert.
Check out this recipe
vegan chocolate mousse in a cup
Gluten Free Vegan Gingerbread Cookies (Easy)
Fill your home with the aroma of Gluten free vegan gingerbread cookies. These are soft and chewy with the perfect amount of spice. They are made with simple ingredients and are ready in around 30 minutes.
Check out this recipe
Gluten Free Vegan Gingerbread Cookies
Vegan Royal Icing
Vegan royal icing is made with aquafaba, confectioners sugar (icing sugar) and lemon juice. It is perfect for decorating cookies and cakes.
Check out this recipe
a female hand holding a white with white royal icing on it
Chickpea Brownies
Secretly healthy and utterly delicious chickpea brownies! They’re rich and fudgy, lightly sweetened, and simple to make!
Check out this recipe
stack chickpea brownies in two plates
Healthy Banana Muffins with Coconut
An easy delicious banana muffin with coconut. Vegan friendly recipe.
Check out this recipe
a muffin tray with nine muffins and one with a bite out of it
Spicy Mustard Dressing
The tastiest vegan salad dressing using ingredients like aquafaba and nutritional yeast. It’s delicious on things like salads and steamed vegetables.
Check out this recipe
mustard dressing in a blue bowl birds eye view

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Vegan Meringues (Aquafaba Cookies)
Light, delicate and the perfect amount of sweetness. These vegan meringues can be enjoyed as is, crumbled onto other desserts or topped with your favourite toppings. Aquafaba cookies also make a wonderful gift.
Check out this recipe
white vegan meringues on a black wire cooling rack
Balsamic Dressing (Oil Free)
It’s easy to make oil-free balsamic dressing with Aquafaba for texture.
Check out this recipe
balsamic dressing poured onto salad
Lemon Blueberry Vegan Macarons
These vegan macarons are made with Aquafaba based lemon macaron shells, filled with lemon frosting and blueberry filling.
Check out this recipe
lemon blueberry macarons on black plate
Batterred Air Fryer Onion Rings
Aquafaba helps the breading stick in these delicious Air Fryer "Battered" Onion Rings.
Check out this recipe
onion rings on a pan
Decadent Vegan Chocolate Zucchini Cake
A decadent chocolate cake that is jam packed with zucchini, a vegan friendly recipe
Check out this recipe
a slice of moist brown cake with chocolate icing and shavings
No-Bake Vegan S'mores Pie (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
This easy no-bake Vegan S’mores Pie is made with a gluten-free graham cracker crust, a rich dairy-free chocolate pudding, and topped with homemade marshmallow fluff! This allergy-free, low sugar, & kid-friendly summer dessert recipe is the way to have your s’more without the campfire!
Check out this recipe
smores pie in a pie tray with a slice missing
Quick Oil Free Vegan Pesto
If you’re looking for an oil-free vegan pesto that doesn’t skimp on flavor and richness, then here's a solution for you. This classic pesto recipe substitutes nutritional yeast for the parmesan and aquafaba for the oil. Bump up the nutrition with spinach and the brightness with lemon juice, and you have an absolutely decadent vegan pesto.
Check out this recipe
pesto in a glass jar with pine nuts scattered around it
Vegan Banana Bread
Fluffy, moist, and surprisingly healthy, this vegan banana bread uses aquafaba as the magic ingredient - a recipe you’re guaranteed to make over and over again.
Check out this recipe
banana bread in a tin held by a hand
Vegan Pavlova
This vegan pavlova tastes just like the traditional version. It’s sweet, light and crispy with a soft, marshmallow centre. Top it with whipped cream and berries for a super impressive dessert!
Check out this recipe
vegan pavlova covered in berries and mint garnish
Strawberry Mousse
A light and airy strawberry mousse, perfect for a creamy summer dessert! Plus, this sweet treat uses just 7 ingredients, including being vegan, refined sugar-free, and containing a secret ingredient for the fluffy, melt-in-the-mouth texture.
Check out this recipe
Strawberry mousse spooned out of a cup
Vegan Jalapeno Popper (Gluten Free)
Vegan jalapeno poppers that are stuffed with cashew cream, breaded in a gluten free coating and fried until golden crispy. 
Check out this recipe
vegan jalapeno poppers

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