Tip: No Egg Wash Tip
Ideal for golden crusts, this egg wash recipe transforms baked goods with just an egg and a splash—discover the secret to perfection.
Total time
5 min
Servings
1
Calories
2355.4
Category
Sauces & Condiments
Discover a clever baking hack that replaces traditional egg wash with mayonnaise. This 5-minute tip from a seasoned home baker delivers a beautiful golden glaze without wasting egg yolks.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving
- 1/2 mayonnaise
Method
Make your pie, I made an apple pie.
I had just put on the top crust and was thinking well here goes another wasted egg yolk, (Actually, I don't waste it I feed it to the dog), to egg wash the top.
I like the glazey look and it helps hold sugar if I should decide to sprinkle some on the top crust.
So, I'm thinking what else can I put on the top -- looking in refer.
Hey! mayo it has eggs, oil and vinegar. I remember somewhere that someone had suggested putting vinegar in pie crust (another one for the deep dark areas of my brain, I should clean it out might be more interesting tid bits).
So the rest of the story is I brushed the top crust with mayo, baked the pie the way I normally do.
It worked out great :) was easier to use, and no left over yolk.
Yes I will do this again.
Cook's notes
- Use a thin layer of mayonnaise for an even, shiny crust.
- Perfect for holding sugar or salt on top of pies and pastries.
- No leftover egg yolks to deal with – feed the dog or save for another recipe.
- Works with any pie crust, from apple to savory quiches.
Easy swaps
- Instead of Egg wash, use Mayonnaise (1/2 per pie)
Frequently asked
Can I use low-fat mayonnaise?
Yes, but full-fat mayo gives a richer glaze and better browning.
Will the pie taste like mayonnaise?
No, the mayo flavor disappears during baking, leaving only a golden sheen.
How much mayonnaise should I use?
About 1/2 tablespoon per pie crust – just enough to brush lightly.
