Description
Classic deviled eggs are a delightful appetizer featuring tender egg whites filled with a creamy, tangy yolk mixture, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 hard-boiled eggs
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Paprika for garnish
- Chopped chives or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Boil and cool: Place the eggs in a pot, cover with water, bring to a rolling boil, cover the pot, turn off the heat, and let sit for 12-15 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath to cool.
- Shell and halve: Peel the cooled eggs, slice each in half lengthwise, exposing the yolk.
- Mash the yolks: Scoop out yolks into a bowl and mash with mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Fill the egg whites: Use a spoon or piping bag to fill the egg white halves with the yolk mixture.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with paprika and top with herbs if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready.
Notes
Deviled eggs can be customized with additional flavors like garlic powder or smoked paprika. They can be made ahead by storing the filling and egg whites separately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 half
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 186mg