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Deviled Eggs

Best Deviled Eggs: Effortlessly Creamy and Irresistible

Deviled Eggs are a crowd-pleasing classic that brings a creamy richness and a tangy kick to any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 halves
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 6 large Eggs Use fresh ones for the best taste.
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard works in a pinch!
  • 1 teaspoon White Vinegar Lemon juice can be a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Pickle Relish Can be skipped or swapped with chopped pickles.
  • 1 pinch Salt Adjust according to your preference.
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper Use cayenne for extra spice.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can add smokiness.
For Optional Crunch and Spice
  • 2 tablespoons Finely Chopped Celery Adds freshness.
  • 2 tablespoons Finely Chopped Red Onion Green onions can be a substitute.
  • to taste Hot Sauce Add according to your taste!

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Hard boil the eggs by placing them in a saucepan, covering with cold water, boiling, then letting them sit off the heat for 12 to 14 minutes.
  2. Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice and cold water.
  3. Cool the eggs in the ice bath for 10 to 15 minutes.
  4. Peel the eggs under cold running water.
  5. Slice each egg in half lengthwise and remove yolks into a mixing bowl.
  6. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, sweet pickle relish, salt, and black pepper to the yolks. Mix in optional ingredients if desired.
  7. Mash the yolks and ingredients together until smooth.
  8. Taste the yolk mixture and adjust seasonings.
  9. Fill the egg whites with the creamy yolk mixture.
  10. Garnish with paprika and any other desired toppings.
  11. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  12. Serve the deviled eggs on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1halfCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 65mgPotassium: 63mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 270IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These deviled eggs are customizable and can reflect personal tastes with different toppings and ingredients.

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