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Classic Creamy Egg Salad
This Classic Creamy Egg Salad is rich, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make with simple pantry ingredients. Made with chopped hard-boiled eggs, creamy mayonnaise salad dressing, sweet relish, diced onion, and cubes of Velveeta cheese, this family-favorite recipe is perfect for sandwiches, croissants, crackers, lettuce wraps, or served on its own. Whether you're making lunch, meal prepping for the week, or bringing a dish to a picnic or potluck, this homemade egg salad is creamy, satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser. Simple, delicious, and ready in minutes, it's a classic recipe you'll make again and again.
Cook Time
Servings
Difficulty
12 minutes
8
Easy
Prep Time
15 Minutes
Ingredients
☐ 10 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
☐ 1 cup mayonnaise salad dressing
☐ ½ cup sweet relish
☐ 1 small onion (or ½ medium onion), finely diced
☐ 1 to 2 ounces Velveeta cheese, cut into small cubes
☐ Salt, to taste
☐ Black pepper, to taste
Ingredients
Directions
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Place the eggs in a large saucepan and cover them with cold water by about 1 inch. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover the pan, remove it from the heat, and let the eggs sit for 12 minutes.
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• Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and let them cool completely. Peel the eggs and roughly chop them into bite-sized pieces.
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• Place the chopped eggs in a large mixing bowl. Add the mayonnaise salad dressing, sweet relish, diced onion, and cubed Velveeta cheese.
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• Gently fold everything together until well combined. Be careful not to overmix—you want the egg salad to stay creamy while keeping the chopped egg pieces intact.
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• Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then stir gently one final time.
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• Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to blend together.
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• Serve chilled on sandwich bread, toasted bread, croissants, crackers, lettuce wraps, or over a bed of fresh greens. Enjoy! 🍳🥪
RECIPE TIPS
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For the best flavor, make your egg salad a few hours ahead of time or even the night before. Chilling allows the flavors to blend together, making it even creamier and more delicious. If you prefer a chunkier egg salad, gently fold the ingredients together instead of overmixing to keep the chopped eggs intact. Cubing the Velveeta into small pieces creates little pockets of creamy cheese throughout every bite.
Storage
• Refrigerator: Store egg salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
• Do Not Freeze: Freezing is not recommended, as the mayonnaise and eggs can separate and become watery when thawed, changing the texture.
• Keep Chilled: Egg salad should not be left at room temperature for more than 2 hours (or 1 hour if the temperature is above 90°F).
• Freshness Tip: Give the egg salad a gentle stir before serving. If it seems a little dry after refrigeration, stir in a tablespoon of mayonnaise salad dressing to restore its creamy texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I make egg salad ahead of time?
• Yes! In fact, egg salad tastes even better after chilling for a few hours or overnight, allowing the flavors to blend together. -
How long does egg salad last in the refrigerator?
• When stored in an airtight container, egg salad will stay fresh for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.
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Can I freeze egg salad?
• No. Freezing is not recommended because the mayonnaise separates when thawed, resulting in a watery texture.
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What can I serve with egg salad?
• Egg salad is delicious on sandwich bread, croissants, toast, crackers, lettuce wraps, or served over a fresh green salad. -
Can I use Miracle Whip instead of mayonnaise?
• Yes. If you prefer a sweeter, tangier flavor, Miracle Whip or another mayonnaise-style salad dressing works well in this recipe.
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Why is my egg salad watery?
• Overcooked eggs, warm eggs, or excess moisture can cause watery egg salad. Make sure the eggs are completely cooled and dry before mixing.
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Can I add other ingredients?
• Absolutely! Chopped celery, green onions, fresh dill, paprika, bacon, or a little Dijon mustard are all delicious additions that can add extra flavor and texture.
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