Why does it always seem like when the urge to bake hits, you’re missing key ingredients? Especially eggs! But before you give up, don’t worry—there are plenty of delicious treats you can still whip up with just one egg. Whether you’re making cookies, muffins, or bread, these recipes prove you don’t need a fully stocked fridge to get your bake on and the delicious aroma of a freshly baked good is still achievable.
Cheesy Zucchini Bread
Packed with pepper jack cheese, this savory zucchini bread is a great way to use up fresh zucchini from the garden. It’s hearty, flavorful, and needs just one egg to pull it all together.
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Sweet Potato Banana Muffins
These sweet potato banana muffins make a nutritious snack or breakfast option. Simple ingredients, including just one egg, come together for a quick and easy bake.
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Pumpkin Banana Chocolate Chip Bread
Pumpkin, banana, and chocolate chips come together in this sweet loaf that’s great for any time of day. With just one egg, you’ll be able to enjoy a fall favorite without much effort.
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Apple Fritter Muffins
These apple fritter muffins deliver that familiar fritter flavor in a muffin form. Quick and easy, it’s a great recipe for when you’ve only got one egg left to work with.
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Irish Brown Bread Muffins
Irish brown bread muffins offer a wholesome bite with an optional candied ginger for added texture. A simple recipe that makes use of what’s on hand, including one egg.
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Pumpkin Corn Muffins
Pumpkin and corn blend together for a sweet and savory muffin that works great with soups or as a standalone snack. One egg is all you need to keep these muffins light and ready for fall.
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Banana Chia Bites
Moist and naturally sweet, these banana chia bites are the perfect mini-muffin snack. Easy to make with just one egg, they’re an ideal grab-and-go treat.
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Italian Sesame Cookies
Crisp and aromatic, these Italian Sesame Cookies combine vanilla and a hint of orange zest. A simple recipe that’s perfect when you only need one egg to whip up a batch of these flavorful treats.
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German Plum Cake
This German Plum Cake with a buttery streusel topping uses fresh summer fruit in an easy cake recipe. Just one egg is all it takes to get this tender coffee cake ready for dessert or afternoon tea.
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Lemon Blueberry Cookies
Soft and tangy, these lemon blueberry cookies burst with flavor in each bite. They’re easy to make and just right for when you want something sweet without overloading on ingredients.
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Easy Mini Pancakes
These homemade mini pancakes are perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. Minimal ingredients required, they’re a family favorite that you can whip up with what you’ve got in the kitchen, including just one egg.
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Baked Ube Donuts Recipe
Soft, baked, and full of ube flavor, these donuts offer a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth. With three topping options, it’s a fun way to use one egg for a flavorful baked treat.
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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Sourdough Discard Muffins
Pumpkin and chocolate chips make a great combo in these easy sourdough discard muffins. With just one egg needed, this recipe is a simple way to use up what you’ve got on hand and still bake something special.
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Easy Matcha Sugar Cookies
Sweet, soft, and with a hint of matcha’s earthiness, these cookies offer a fun alternative to traditional sugar cookies. This recipe uses one egg to create the perfect texture.
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Sweet & Spicy Gochujang Caramel Cookies
These chewy gochujang caramel cookies combine sweet and spicy flavors with a caramel crust. A great option for a bold cookie using ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen, including one egg.
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Grandma’s Soft Molasses Crinkle Cookies
Chewy and full of molasses flavor, these crinkle cookies are a classic. Just like grandma used to make, they come together easily with one egg and a few pantry staples.
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Mini Carrot Cake
A 6-inch carrot cake packed with pineapple, pecans, and topped with brown butter cream cheese frosting. Perfect for small gatherings, and yes, you only need one egg to make this mini delight.
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Eggnog Blondies
Eggnog-flavored blondies with the gooey texture of a brownie and a hint of spice. This recipe brings holiday cheer into every bite, with a quick prep that requires just one egg.
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Red Velvet Brownies
Red velvet brownies made with cake mix offer a quick and rich dessert option. Fudgy and full of flavor, it’s a one-bowl wonder that’s ready in no time, using one egg to bind it all together.
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Strawberry Brownies
Fresh and festive, these strawberry brownies combine real strawberries and white chocolate for a special twist. Easy to throw together when you’ve only got one egg left in the fridge.
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Mini Banana Muffins
These mini banana muffins are perfect for on-the-go mornings or quick snacks. Made with simple ingredients, including just one egg, they’re ready in no time.
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Chocolate Baked Oatmeal
Chocolate baked oatmeal transforms breakfast into something special. A hint of cocoa in wholesome oats, made simple with one egg to keep things light but still flavorful.
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Chocolate Marble Cookies
Marble cookies blend vanilla and chocolate doughs in one easy recipe. The recipe uses one egg to create a perfect balance between soft centers and lightly crisp edges.
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Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe
This giant skillet cookie is gooey, warm, and full of chocolate chips. Made in a single skillet, this recipe only calls for one egg to keep things simple but delicious.
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Gluten-Free Linzer Cookies
Gluten-free Linzer cookies are easy to make with just a few ingredients. Whether you’re making them for a special occasion or a sweet snack, you’ll only need one egg to bring these classic cookies to life.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
