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Homemade Mayonnaise in a bowl

How To Make Mayonnaise in 3 Steps!

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Did you run out of mayonnaise but don't have time to go to the store? This recipe is perfect for when you need mayonnaise in a pinch! With just 6 ingredients and 3 simple steps, you will have perfect homemade mayonnaise!
Course Appetizer, Condiment, Mayonnaise, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword easy, From scratch, Homemade, mayonnaise, simple
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 cup
Author homesteadandbutter

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp distilled white vinegar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • About 1 cup of olive oil

Instructions

  • Start by setting one egg on the counter until it is at room temperature. This will help with the consistency of the mayonnaise.
  • Once the egg is at room temperature, crack it into a mixing bowl. Using the immersion blender, froth the egg for 10-15 seconds. Add the Dijon mustard, salt, lemon juice, and vinegar, and mix with the immersion blender.
  • Slowly add the olive oil 1 TB at a time. (Trust me on this one...I have had liquid mayonnaise from adding the olive oil all at once.) Add 1 TB of olive oil at a time, while continuously blending with your immersion blender. You should slowly start to see the color and consistency change.
    *It may not be as thick as normal mayonnaise from the store, but it will thicken a little but once placed in the fridge.
  • Enjoy! Store in the refrigerator for up to one week!

Notes

  • Do not add all of the olive oil at once. I have tried and failed many times. The best method is to do 1 TB at a time. 
  • A room temperature egg is key! It also helps to have your other cold ingredients at room temperature, if you can.