Huevos mimosa are a classic French take on deviled eggs, named for their resemblance to soft, fluffy yellow mimosa flowers. The filling is wonderfully creamy, made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh chives and part of the cooked yolks, then topped with a delicate shower of grated yolk.

They come together in just 20 minutes and are ideal as an appetizer or starter. The contrast of textures is what makes them special: firm hard-boiled whites, a silky filling and the airy, sponge-like finish of the grated yolk on top.

Ingredients for Huevos Mimosa
For 4 servings (8 halves)
- 4 medium eggs
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 60 g mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
- Salt
- Ground white pepper

How to Make Huevos Mimosa Step by Step
1. Boil the eggs
Place the eggs in a saucepan with cold water and bring to a boil. Once the water is boiling, cook for 7 minutes over lowered heat so it doesn't bubble vigorously. Then turn off the heat, leave the eggs in the water for 8 more minutes, and refresh them in cold water to stop the cooking. Peel and cut them in half.

2. Prepare the filling
Set aside 3 half yolks for the decoration. In a bowl, mix the remaining yolks with the Dijon mustard, mayonnaise and chopped chives. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.

3. Fill the eggs
Arrange the halved eggs on a plate and fill them with the mixture prepared in the previous step.

4. Grate the yolks
To grate the reserved yolks for the decoration, use a sieve. Place the yolks on the sieve and push them through to create a fluffy, eye-catching finish.

5. Decorate the eggs
Distribute the grated yolk over the filled eggs and garnish with a little more chives.

6. Serve
Serve the huevos mimosa as an appetizer or first course, and enjoy this delicious bite that is as attractive as it is flavorful.

Tips for the Best Huevos Mimosa
Perfect hard-boiled eggs
Starting the eggs in cold water and cooking them gently prevents rubbery whites and green-tinged yolks. The extra 8 minutes of resting off the heat ensures they are fully set without overcooking.
Balanced creamy filling
The classic filling combines mayonnaise, mustard, chives and part of the yolks. Taste and adjust the seasoning so every bite delivers the contrast of firm white, creamy filling and airy grated yolk.
Fluffy yolk decoration
Pressing the reserved yolks through a sieve gives that light, sponge-like texture that resembles mimosa flowers. Use a spoon to scatter it evenly over the filled eggs for a show-stopping finish.
| Prep time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Cook time | 10 minutes |
| Total time | 20 minutes |
| Servings | 4 (8 halves) |
| Course | Appetizer |
| Cuisine | French |
| Calories | 195 kcal per serving |
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