There are some things that simply taste better when they’re homemade, and mayonnaise is definitely one of them. If you have backyard chickens, chances are you’ve found yourself looking for creative ways to use up all those beautiful farm-fresh eggs. This easy homemade mayonnaise recipe is one of our favorite ways to put them to good use.
Store-bought mayonnaise is convenient, but once you’ve tasted rich, creamy homemade mayo made with fresh eggs, it’s hard to go back. Not only does it taste fresher, but you also control exactly what goes into it. Yay for no mystery ingredients!
This simple recipe comes together in just a few minutes using an immersion blender or a regular blender. We love using it for sandwiches, potato salad, pasta salad, deviled eggs, and homemade dressings.
Why Make Homemade Mayonnaise?
Making your own mayonnaise offers several benefits:
- Uses fresh eggs from your backyard flock
- Contains simple, recognizable ingredients
- Takes less than 5 minutes to make
- Richer flavor than store-bought mayonnaise
- Easy to customize with herbs and seasonings
- Perfect for homestead and from-scratch cooking
If your chickens are laying faster than your family can keep up, homemade mayonnaise is an excellent way to use a few extra eggs while creating a staple you’ll use all week long.
Homemade Mayonnaise Recipe
Ingredients
Method
- Add the egg, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and salt to a wide-mouth mason jar or blender cup.
- Pour the oil on top.
- Place an immersion blender in the jar all the way at the bottom.
- Turn the blender on and keep it at the bottom for about 15 seconds.
- Slowly lift the blender as the mayonnaise begins to emulsify and thicken.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use room-temperature ingredients for easier emulsification.
- Choose a mild-flavored oil for the best taste.
- Add garlic, dill, or herbs from the garden for a flavorful variation.
- Store in the refrigerator and use within 5–7 days.
Delicious Ways to Use Homemade Mayonnaise
Once you’ve made a batch, you’ll find plenty of ways to enjoy it:
- Spread on sandwiches and burgers
- Mix into chicken salad
- Make creamy coleslaw
- Use in potato salad
- Stir into pasta salad
- Create homemade ranch dressing
- Add to deviled eggs
During the summer, we especially love using homemade mayonnaise in garden-fresh salads made with cucumbers, dill, and other vegetables harvested from our raised beds.
A Simple Homestead Kitchen Staple
One of the joys of homesteading is learning to make everyday foods from scratch. Homemade mayonnaise is one of those recipes that seems fancy but is actually incredibly simple. It’s a practical way to use fresh eggs while creating something your family will reach for again and again.
If your egg basket is overflowing this season, give this easy homemade mayonnaise recipe a try. You may never buy mayo from the store again!
From our kitchen to yours,
Eliza