Description
Humpty Dumpty Dip is a rich and creamy egg-based dip featuring hard-boiled eggs, sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and a blend of spices. Perfect for parties or casual snacking, this flavorful dip combines the smoothness of mayonnaise and Dijon mustard with a touch of heat from hot sauce and smoky paprika, served best with crackers, chips, or toasted bread slices.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon paprika, plus extra for garnish
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Serving
- Crackers, chips, or toasted bread slices, for serving
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs: Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, remove from heat and let the eggs sit covered for 10-12 minutes. Then, transfer eggs to an ice bath to cool completely.
- Peel and Chop: Peel the cooled eggs and chop them coarsely, setting aside a few for garnish if desired.
- Mix the Dip Base: In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce (if using), paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a smooth base.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped eggs, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and finely chopped green onions to the mayonnaise mixture. Gently fold everything together until well mixed but still chunky.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or hot sauce as desired.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika and reserved chopped eggs or green onions. Serve with crackers, chips, or toasted bread slices.
Notes
- For a smoother dip, blend the mixture briefly in a food processor.
- Use turkey bacon for a lower fat option.
- Keep the dip refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days for freshness.
- Adjust the hot sauce intensity to your preferred spice level.
- Adding a squeeze of lemon juice can brighten the flavor if desired.
Keywords: egg dip, party dip, bacon cheese dip, creamy dip, appetizer, party snacks