Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cook the eggs
- Place the eggs in a 3-quart saucepan and add 1 1/2 quarts of the water. Bring to a full boil over high heat.
- Cover, turn off the heat, and let stand for 12 minutes.
- Put the ice and remaining 2 cups water in a medium bowl.
- Transfer the eggs to the bowl and cool for 10 minutes.
- Peel the eggs and cut in half lengthwise.
Cook the maple bacon
- Cook the bacon in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, turning as needed, until crisp.
- Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and pour off the fat.
- Return the bacon to the skillet and toss with the maple syrup over low heat for 30 to 60 seconds, until glazed.
- Cool the bacon, then chop.
Make the filling
- Remove the yolks to a medium bowl and mash with the mayonnaise, Dijon, vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Fill and garnish
- Spoon the filling into the egg-white halves.
- Top the eggs with the maple bacon and chives.
- Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
For the best texture, glaze the bacon over low heat and let it cool before chopping. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 2 days; freezing is not recommended. Use dairy-free mayonnaise if needed; the recipe is otherwise dairy-free.
