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Easy Deviled Eggs are the classic appetizer for parties and holiday dinners. This simple recipe is made with pantry staples and can be made ahead.

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This Deviled Eggs Recipe is a must have for family dinners, cookouts and every holiday meal. It seems like deviled eggs are always the first thing to disappear.

You know, it’s just not a party without a tray of classic deviled eggs and this recipe is easy enough for anyone to make.

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We have 10 chickens and they are so much fun. We typically get about 6 eggs every day. I love having fresh eggs and deviled eggs are one of our favorite ways to enjoy them.

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How to Make Easy Deviled Eggs:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil.
  • Add eggs and cook for 11 minutes.

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  • Remove eggs to an ice bath and allow to cool, about 7- 10 minutes.
  • Drain the water from the eggs and crack on the large end.

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  • Remove shells under running cold water.
  • Pat eggs dry with paper towels.

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  • Cut eggs in half lengthwise.

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  • Remove yolks into a mixing bowl and mash with a fork.

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  • Add mayo, dijon mustard, garlic, salt and pepper and stir until smooth.

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  • Fold in smoked paprika.

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  • Spoon or pipe filling into egg whites. These disposable piping bags are handy for filling and I also love this decorating kit.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs like thyme, parsley or dill.
  • Chill until ready to serve.

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If making in advance, cover with plastic wrap or place in an airtight container and refrigerate.

Deviled Eggs will keep up to 4 days in the refrigerator.

Serve deviled eggs on an enameled tray!

How to Make Hard Boiled Eggs Easy to Peel:

Add the eggs after the water comes to a boil. Cook eggs for 11 minutes.

Immediately cooling the eggs in the ice bath will stop the cooking process.

Cracking the egg on the large end, where there’s an air pocket is an easy place to start. Running under cool water helps to separate the shell from the egg membrane.

Fresh eggs are harder to peel but I have really good luck using this method, even with eggs we gathered on the same day.

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On occasion I have had the worst luck peeling eggs and the whites were broken and torn. I will usually just chop the whites and fold them into the deviled egg filling to make deviled egg salad. Tastes just as great and makes a great side dish for barbecues.

Deviled Eggs Variations:

  • Bacon Deviled Eggs have both crispy bacon and caramelized onions.
  • Add about 2 tablespoons of pickle relish into the filling.
  • Stir in about 1/2 teaspoon curry powder to filling.
  • Chopped green olives are also a popular addition to the filling or use slices as a garnish.
  • Mash half of an avocado with egg yolks for extra creamy deviled eggs.

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  • Ham and Cheese Party Puffs are flaky and filled with amazing flavors! Easy to make ahead of the dinner or party. Can be served warm or at room temperature.
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Easy Deviled Eggs

Easy Deviled Eggs are the classic appetizer for parties and holiday dinners. This simple recipe is made with pantry staples and can be made ahead.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time25 minutes mins

Total Time35 minutes mins

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Keyword: angel eggs, boiled eggs, how to boil eggs

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 274kcal

Author: Milisa

Ingredients

  • 12 eggs
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • fresh herbs for garnish thyme, parsley or dill - optional

Instructions

  • Bring enough water to a boil in a large pan that will cover your eggs.

  • Carefully add eggs to boiling water and cook for 11 minutes.

  • Remove eggs into an ice bath of about 5 cups of water and 3 cups of ice. Allow to cool, about 7- 10 minutes.

  • Drain eggs from ice bath and crack on the large end.

  • Carefully peel eggs under running cold water.

  • Place on paper towels to dry.

  • Cut eggs in half lengthwise.

  • Remove yolks into a mixing bowl and place whites on a serving plate.

  • Mash yolks with a fork and add mayo, dijon mustard, garlic, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Mix until smooth.

  • Spoon or pipe filling into egg whites.

  • Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

  • Chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 380mg | Sodium: 483mg | Sugar: 1g

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FAQs

How do you boil eggs that peel easily? ›

Bring to a boil, then cover the pot and turn off the heat. Let the eggs cook, covered, for 9 to 12 minutes, depending on your desired done-ness (see photo). Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and chill for 14 minutes. This makes the eggs easier to peel.

How do you not mess up deviled eggs? ›

Making them too far in advance. Deviled eggs can be watery, dry, or lose flavor the longer they sit, so don't make them too far in advance. For the best results, prep your eggs and make the filling up two days in advance, and store them separately. Assemble the eggs before serving.

What is the best method for hard boiled eggs? ›

Instructions
  1. Place your eggs in a single layer on the bottom of your pot and cover with cold water. ...
  2. Over high heat, bring your eggs to a rolling boil.
  3. Remove from heat and let stand in water for 10-12 minutes for large eggs. ...
  4. Drain water and immediately run cold water over eggs until cooled.

Do you make deviled eggs the night before? ›

Keep them refrigerated until you're ready to serve. Yes, you can make deviled eggs ahead of time. Prepare and assemble the filling, but wait to pipe or spoon it into the egg whites until closer to serving to maintain freshness and texture. Keep them refrigerated until you're ready to serve.

How many minutes to boil eggs? ›

Put the pot over high heat and bring to a boil. Once the water is at a rolling boil, turn off the heat and cover the pot with the lid. Allow the eggs to sit in the hot water for the following times according to the desired doneness: 3 minutes for SOFT boiled; 6 minutes for MEDIUM boiled; 12 minutes for HARD boiled.

What is the best method for boiling eggs for deviled eggs? ›

The best way to make hard boiled eggs is to take them from the fridge, steam them on medium for 12 minutes in a steamer pan w/lid or basket w/lid, then place them into a bowl of ice water for 15 minutes.

What happens if you put too much mayo in deviled eggs? ›

Going overboard with the mayo.

But when you're heavy-handed with this ingredient, not only will it overpower the taste of the filling, but it can also make for a loose, runny filling that's tough to pipe into the egg white.

Why do you put paprika on deviled eggs? ›

The paprika will determine the depth of flavor of each bite. You can garnish with any kind (hot or sweet Hungarian, or hot or sweet smoked), but the better the quality, the more complex the flavor.

How long do you boil eggs for deviled eggs? ›

5 For deviled eggs, you might prefer a fully cooked yolk, so closer to the 12-minute mark is common. 6 After boiling, transfer the eggs to an ice bath or run cold water over them to cool quickly.

Why do you put vinegar in hard-boiled eggs? ›

The vinegar in the water makes the eggs easier to peel. Here's why: The vinegar's acid not only dissolves some of the calcium carbonate in the shell, it also helps the whites set faster. Running the hard-boiled eggs under cold running water as you're peeling, meanwhile, helps the shell separate from the membrane.

How does Gordon Ramsay make hard-boiled eggs? ›

Chef Ramsay opts to boil his eggs for four and a half minutes to keep the egg's center slightly soft. When your eggs are finished boiling, drain the water and run the eggs under cold tap water in the pot. According to Chef Ramsay, cooling the eggs as quickly as possible prevents their yolks from turning gray.

Why are my deviled eggs runny the next day? ›

It's common for deviled eggs to "sweat" in the fridge, which can make them kinda soggy in a day or two. The paper towels will absorb the extra moisture and keep them fresh much longer! Change the paper towels every other day if you haven't already devoured them by then.

What can I use instead of mustard in deviled eggs? ›

Try wasabi or a touch of horseradish to give it that bite without the mustard. Add very small amounts until you get the level you like. If I were trying to make devilled eggs for your hubby I would use mayo, salt, and maybe horseradish . And or hot paprika/cayenne.

Is it better to make deviled eggs day before or day of? ›

For the best results, prep your deviled eggs up to two days in advance and keep the egg whites and filling separate until you're ready to serve. This prepping method also applies if you're not even leaving the house.

Why salt is added to boiling eggs? ›

Hence, this helps the water to attain a temperature higher than 100 ° C before starting to boil. This phenomenon helps cook and hard boil the egg quicker as the addition of salt has increased the boiling point of water. Also, the added salt to the water prevents an egg from cracking during cooking.

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