Viral Egg Flights Are a Speedy and Just as Delicious Version of Deviled Eggs: 5 Flavorful Ideas for Toppings
No need to scoop out the yolk for egg flights — simply top each egg halve with ingredients and enjoy!
If you love deviled eggs but hate having to fill them, we found a quicker yet equally delicious alternative: egg flights. This snack consists of boiled egg halves that are topped with ingredients and served on a board. The yolk stays intact so it acts as a sturdy base for any toppings of your choice. These stuffed egg halves are a hit on TikTok, where you can find a variety of flavor combos — some of which are inspired by popular dishes. Keep reading to learn more about egg flights and five mouthwatering ideas to try!
What are egg flights?
Egg flights are typically made by slicing hard boiled eggs in half and topping them with condiments or garnishes. You can top the eggs with the same ingredients or do a different combination for each. These dressed up eggs are a party-perfect option as they’re handheld savory treats. Also, the eggs are packed with protein to satisfy your appetite without hassle. (Read our story on what happens if you eat eggs every day.)
Why is this snack called an egg flight?
While the name may sound a bit odd, a “flight” simply refers to several varieties of a particular food or drink item that are served on a wooden board or tray. It’s a common menu option at restaurants, especially for wine or beer, to give you a sampling of each type. However, egg flights are proving to be a new flight option that’s taking off on social media!
How to make egg flights
Below, you can find a basic method for making egg flights in just five minutes once the eggs are cooked. Use our guide on how to keep eggs from cracking when boiling them if you’re cooking them on the stove. Or, opt for a ready-made kind like Vital Farms’ Pasture-Raised Hard Boiled Eggs for faster prep. Whip up egg flights for your next gathering or as a fun snack to brighten up your day.
Egg Flights
Ingredients:
- 3 large hard boiled eggs, cooled and peeled
- Toppings or condiments like mustard, sliced onions, herbs or crumbled bacon
Directions:
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Yield: 1 to 2 servings
- On clean cutting board, slice eggs in half to create 12 halves. Transfer hard boiled egg halves to wooden serving board or platter.
- Top eggs with ingredients as desired. Mix-and-match ingredient combos to produce a vibrant egg flight. Once topped, serve immediately.
- Note: To avoid watery or mushy stuffed eggs, drain wet ingredients like pickles or bacon before chopping and placing them on top of the halves. Also, feel free to increase the amount of eggs for more servings.
5 delicious and creative egg flight ideas
If you need flavor inspiration for your egg flight, look no further than Alice Choi (@hipfoodiemom1) on TikTok. The blogger is credited with spearheading this trend, which she says, in an interview with People, may have gone viral due to the “whole girl dinner” craze from 2023. Topping the eggs with the right blend of ingredients is Choi’s top tip for preparing delicious egg flights. “You need the creamy, the salt, the savory, the sweet, and you also need sour and texture,” she explains in the interview. “So I feel like once you have all of those things, it usually works out.” Here, you’ll find her five egg flight ideas that are simple and sure to satisfy your snacking cravings!
1. Variety Egg Flight
@hipfoodiemom1 Egg flight!!!! My pickled red onions recipe is linked in my bio and the video is pinned to the top of my page
2. Burger Egg Flight
@hipfoodiemom1 Mini Egg Burgers .. egg flight #eggflight #eggs #hardboiledeggs Recipe for the Thousand Island dressing: 1 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup onion, blended in a food processor 2-3 T ketchup 2-3 T chopped bread and butter pickles or sweet pickle relish 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/2-1 teaspoon smoked paprika Pinch of kosher salt Mix together and taste and adjust anything as needed. This is great on burgers, in salads and sandwiches, on sweet potatoes and with eggs.
3. BLT Egg Flight
@hipfoodiemom1 BLT egg flight #blt #eggs #egg #eggflight #hardboiledeggs #highproteinsnack #boilers #boiledeggs the recipe for the Thousand island dressing and pickled red onions are linked in my bio
4. Cheez-It Egg Flight
@hipfoodiemom1 #ad Friends, I’m partnering with @Cheez-It Crackers today to bring you this epic EGG FLIGHT!!! The Cheez-It Crackers add flavor, heat, crunch and texture! These are the perfect addition to any egg flight! Go pick some up and try some today!! #eggflight #eggflights Egg Flight Creations: Egg 1: mayonnaise, cucumber, sour cream or crème fraîche, a Hot & Spicy Cheez-It Cracker, a little caviar, and some chives. Egg 2: mayonnaise, pimento cheese, a Buffalo Wing Cheez-It Cracker and a pickled jalapeño. Egg 3: mayonnaise, dijon mustard, turkey, an Original Cheez-It Cracker and a pickled red onion. Enjoy!
5. Balsamic and Blue Cheese Egg Flight
@hipfoodiemom1 Egg flight!!! This is when I discovered the blue cheese or Gorgonzola with balsamic glaze combo back in 2022.. soooo good!!! #eggflight
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