In European industrial baking, ingredient efficiency, cost control and consistent quality are top priorities. The fluctuating availability and cost of eggs, driven by factors such as avian flu outbreaks and rising global demand, make it essential for bakeries to explore reliable alternatives that comply with EU food regulations and sustainability goals.

The Need for Egg Replacements

Eggs play a vital role in baked goods, contributing to texture, structure and moisture. However, supply chain disruptions and price surges have prompted industrial bakers to seek alternatives that maintain product quality while reducing costs and risks. In the European market, additional considerations such as clean-label requirements and compliance with EU food labelling regulations further drive the need for reliable egg substitutes.

A Practical Solution

Egg 'n Easy Plus, developed by CSM Ingredients group, is a plant-based powder designed to reduce or replace eggs in brioches, cakes, and muffins. Unlike traditional substitutes, it integrates seamlessly into existing recipes without compromising performance, making it an ideal solution for large-scale European bakeries operating under strict food safety and labelling regulations.

How It Works

Egg 'n Easy Plus contains:

• Wheat protein – Enhances crumb structure and elasticity.

• Vegetable fibre – Improves moisture retention and freshness.

• Sorbitol – Helps maintain softness.

• Enzymes – Refine crumb texture and dough consistency.

These ingredients replicate the functional properties of eggs, providing a cost-effective and sustainable alternative that aligns with EU food labelling and safety regulations.

Performance and Cost Benefits

• Up to 100% egg replacement in brioche recipes, which typically contain 5% to 15% egg.

  
  

• Up to 50% egg reduction in cakes and muffins, maintaining taste and texture.

  
  

• Cost savings of up to 55% compared to free-range eggs.

  
  

This flexibility allows manufacturers to adjust formulations based on market conditions, optimising both cost and efficiency while ensuring compliance with EU food standards.

Clean Label and Sustainability

Sustainability is a growing priority in European baking. Egg 'n Easy Plus is available in a clean-label version, catering to the increasing demand for natural and recognisable ingredients. Reducing reliance on eggs also supports sustainability efforts by lowering the environmental impact associated with egg production, such as high water and land usage and greenhouse gas emissions.

Looking Ahead

As the European baking industry evolves, ingredient innovation is key to ensuring stability and efficiency. Egg 'n Easy Plus provides industrial bakeries with a practical solution to egg price volatility while maintaining high product standards and regulatory compliance.

Adopting functional egg alternatives helps bakeries future-proof operations, enhance sustainability and continue delivering high-quality products that meet EU food labelling and safety requirements.

For more information on egg replacement solutions, visit www.csmingredients.com.