Description
Deviled eggs are a delightful classic that brings joy to any gathering. With creamy yolks blended with tangy mustard and mayonnaise, these bite-sized treats are perfect for picnics, holidays, or casual snacking. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, you can dress them up with various toppings or keep them simple for a timeless taste. Dive into this recipe and impress your family and friends with these irresistible bites of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika (for garnish)
- Fresh chives or dill (optional)
Instructions
- Hard boil the eggs: Place eggs in a pot, cover with water, bring to a boil over medium heat, then cover and remove from heat. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Cool the eggs: Transfer to an ice bath for 5-10 minutes.
- Peel the eggs: Crack shells gently and peel from the wider end.
- Prepare the filling: Halve the eggs lengthwise, scoop out yolks into a bowl, and mash with mayonnaise and Dijon until smooth.
- Season: Mix in salt and pepper to taste; add optional herbs if desired.
- Fill the egg whites: Spoon or pipe yolk mixture back into egg white halves. Garnish with paprika or herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg half (30g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 186mg