Description
Classic deviled eggs are the perfect make-ahead appetizer—creamy, tangy, and deliciously simple for holidays, picnics, or parties.
Ingredients
Eggs
- 6 large eggs
Deviled Egg Filling
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp white vinegar (or lemon juice)
- ⅛ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
Garnish
- Paprika, for garnish
- Optional: chopped chives, dill, or pickles
Instructions
- Cook the Eggs: Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cool and Prep: Transfer eggs to an ice bath for 5 minutes to cool. Peel shells carefully.
- Prepare Filling: Slice eggs in half lengthwise and remove yolks. Place yolks in a bowl, and mash with a fork.
- Mix Ingredients: Mix in mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Fill the Eggs: Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg whites.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with paprika and optional herbs. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Make ahead: Deviled eggs can be prepared up to 2 days in advance, stored covered in the refrigerator.
- For a twist, try adding hot sauce, beef bits, or avocado to the filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Snack / Side Dish
- Method: Boiling / Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 deviled egg
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0.4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 187mg
