Zero-Carb Savory Egg & Cheese Spread

🧀🥚 Zero-Carb Savory Egg & Cheese Spread (Keto-Friendly)

A creamy, rich, protein-packed spread — perfect for lettuce wraps, cucumber slices, or eating straight from the bowl 😋

⏱️ Time

Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 20 minutes

🧾 Ingredients

• 6 large eggs

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)

• 3 tbsp full-fat mayonnaise

• 1 tbsp cream cheese, softened

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional but tasty)

• 1 tbsp butter, melted

• Salt, to taste

• Black pepper, to taste

• 1 tbsp finely chopped chives or green onion (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Hard-boil the eggs
   Place eggs in a pot, cover with water, bring to a boil, then simmer 9–10 minutes. Cool in ice water and peel.

2. Chop or mash
   Finely chop eggs or mash with a fork for a smoother texture.

3. Mix the creamy base
   In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, cream cheese, melted butter, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.

4. Add cheese & eggs
   Fold in shredded cheese and chopped eggs.

5. Season & finish
   Add chives/green onion if using. Taste and adjust salt/pepper.

6. Chill (recommended)
   Refrigerate 20–30 minutes for best flavor.

🍽️ Serving Ideas (Zero-Carb)

• 🥬 Lettuce cups

• 🥒 Cucumber slices

• 🧀 Cheese crisps

• 🥓 Stuffed into sliced boiled eggs

• 🥄 Straight as a dip/spread

💡 Tips

• For extra creaminess → add 1–2 tbsp heavy cream

• For spice → add paprika or chili flakes 🌶️

• For smoky flavor → mix in crumbled bacon