Homemade Mayonnaise

4.67 from 3 votes

This Homemade Mayonnaise comes together in just 5 simple minutes with just 4 ingredients! This no-fail recipe tastes SO much better than store brand mayo!

Course Condiment

Cuisine American

Keyword mayonnaise

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings servings

Calories 124kcal

Author Rebooted Mom

Equipment

Food Processor

Ingredients

1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground mustard optional
1 large egg room temperature
1 C olive oil NOT extra virgin!
2 Tbsp vinegar or lemon juice

Instructions

Place the salt, mustard and egg in the food processor. Process for 30 seconds, until combined and a pale yellow in color.
With the blender running, drizzle in the oil until the mixture is thick and well blended (60-90 seconds). It's important to add the oil slowly - that's what will make a creamier, thicker mayonnaise.
With the food processor still going, add the vinegar (or lemon juice), and process for an additional 10-15 seconds.
The mayonnaise is now ready. Store in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days..

Notes

The best oil to use in mayonnaise is a neutral oil. This recipe uses olive oil - I would avoid extra virgin olive oil just because it has a bitter taste. You may want to substitute Avocado or sunflower oil instead, though avocado oil may have a quirky flavor.
Make sure to use an egg that has been brought to room temperature. If you forget to take one out in advance, put the whole egg in a glass of warm water for 5-10 minutes.
This recipe makes just over 1 C. of mayonnaise.

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