Let’s take a closer look at the simple ingredients that bring this dip to life:
- 12 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled
- 1 (8 oz) package of cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1½ tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon paprika, plus more for garnish
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional for a mild kick)
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives, divided
- Sliced pickles, for garnish (optional)
- Crackers, pretzels, or veggie sticks, for serving
Tip: You can use Dijon mustard instead of yellow mustard for a more robust flavor, or even try adding a bit of horseradish or hot sauce for extra zing.
How to Make Humpty Dumpty Dip
Step 1: Prepare the Eggs
Start by hard-boiling your eggs if you haven’t already. Once they’re cool and peeled:
- Take 6 of the eggs and place them whole into a large food processor.
- For the other 6 eggs, slice them in half and remove the yolks. Add these yolks to the food processor.
- Set aside the remaining egg whites from those 6 eggs. You’ll chop them and mix them in later for texture.
Why do it this way? Including whole eggs gives the dip a richer, more egg-forward flavor and creamier texture. The chopped whites added later create a bit of contrast and mimic the texture of classic deviled eggs.
