This deviled egg dip takes everything people love about classic deviled eggs and turns it into a creamy, scoopable appetizer. Made with hard boiled eggs, cream cheese, mayonnaise, mustard, and a few flavorful mix-ins, this dip is perfect for Easter, potlucks, game day, or anytime you want an easy make-ahead snack.
What You’ll Need
You only need a handful of simple ingredients to make this deviled egg dip. A full list of ingredients with measurements for this recipe is available in the printable recipe card below.
- Hard boiled eggs – This is a great way to use up those leftover dyed Easter eggs. Or simply make hard boiled eggs just for this dip- it’s super easy! This isn’t the time to go for a wonderfully jammy yolk. The goal is to have a firm yolk, but make sure it is yellow without the grayish rim (overcooked). If you want to save time, buy a bag of the cooked hard boiled eggs at the store.
- Cream cheese
- Mayonnaise
- White vinegar
- Dijon mustard
- Ground white pepper
- Kosher salt
- Smoked paprika
- Garlic powder
- Cornichons
- Chives
- Dippers
How to Make Deviled Egg Dip (Step-by-Step)
Whether for a party, holiday or afternoon snack, this creamy dip couldn’t be easier to make.
- Cut eggs. Cut the six eggs in half, removing the yolks and setting the whites aside.
- Mash egg yolks. Using a grate or fork, mash the egg yolks in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
- Beat cream cheese, mayo and egg yolks. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or a mixing bowl using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the mayonnaise until blended, then the egg yolks.
- Add vinegar, mustard and seasonings. Stir in the vinegar, Dijon mustard, ground white pepper, Kosher salt, smoked paprika and garlic powder.
- Fold in chopped egg whites an cornichons. Finely chop the egg whites into small pieces. By hand, fold in the minced cornichons and chopped egg whites.
- Garnish with paprika and chives. Top with additional smoked paprika or snipped chives, if desired.
- Chill and serve. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Serve with crudité, crackers or crostini.
Tips for Perfect Deviled Egg Dip
This creamy dip couldn’t be easier to make, but I do have some tips to ensure it comes out perfectly.
- Soften the cream cheese – Softened cream cheese blends much more smoothly and helps avoid lumps.
- Chop the egg whites finely – Smaller pieces make the dip easier to scoop and give it a more cohesive texture.
- Chill before serving – The flavor improves as it rests, and the texture firms up slightly, which makes it better for dipping.
- Taste test – Because egg size and mayonnaise brands vary, you may want a little more mustard, vinegar, or salt before serving.
Best Dippers
Once you’ve made your deviled egg dip, you need some fun and delicious dippers to enjoy it with. Here are some of my favorites, but the options are really endless.
- Crackers
- Crostini
- Bagel chips
- Pretzel crisps
- Celery sticks
- Cucumber slices
- Carrot sticks
- Bell pepper strips
Mix Things Up!
There are plenty of ways for you to make this deviled egg dip recipe your own. Here are a few suggestions.
- Bacon – Fold in some chopped crispy bacon for added crunchy texture and smoky bacon flavor.
- Spicy – Spice up your dip by adding a few dashes of hot sauce, cayenne pepper or even diced jalapenos.
- Dill pickle – Calling all pickle lovers! Add in some fresh dill and chopped dill pickles for crunch and flavor.
- No cream cheese – I like the structure cream cheese adds to the dip, but feel free to leave it out and replace with extra mayonnaise for a looser consistency.
Commonly Asked Questions
Yes, you can make deviled egg dip without cream cheese. Replace it with additional mayonnaise for a softer, looser texture. The cream cheese adds body and richness, but the dip will still be delicious without it.
Deviled egg dip is delicious with crackers, crostini, bagel chips, pretzel crisps, celery sticks, cucumber slices, carrot sticks, and bell pepper strips. It pairs well with both crunchy vegetables and sturdy snack crackers.
For a smoother deviled egg dip, make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing and mash the egg yolks very well. Finely chopping the egg whites also helps create a creamier, more cohesive texture.
Yes, deviled egg dip is easy to customize. Try adding crispy bacon, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, diced jalapenos, fresh dill, or chopped dill pickles to make it your own.
More Delicious Dips
Whether for parties, holidays, game day or any time a snack craving comes along, dips are one of my favorite appetizers.
Deviled Egg Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 eggs , hard boiled
- ½ cup cream cheese , softened
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons cornichons , drained and minced
- 1 tablespoon chives , for garnish
- smoked paprika , for garnish
- crudité , crackers or crostini, for dipping
Instructions
- Cut the 6 eggs in half, removing the yolks and setting the whites aside.
- Using a grate or fork, mash the egg yolks in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or a mixing bowl using an electric mixer, beat the softened ½ cup cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the 1 cup mayonnaise until blended, then the mashed egg yolks.
- Stir in the 2 teaspoons white vinegar, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper, 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
- Finely chop the egg whites into small pieces. By hand, fold in the minced 2 tablespoons cornichons and chopped egg whites.
- Top with additional smoked paprika or snipped 1 tablespoon chives, if desired.
- Cover and chill until ready to serve. Serve with crudité, crackers or crostini.
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