Description
Classic Deviled Eggs are the appetizer that never goes out of style. These creamy, tangy bites disappear at every party with smooth, perfectly seasoned filling and a dusting of paprika.
Ingredients
12 large eggs
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon mustard
1 teaspoon vinegar or pickle juice
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Paprika for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Place eggs in pot and cover with cold water. Bring to gentle boil over medium-high heat. Turn off heat and let eggs sit in hot water for 10-12 minutes.
- 2. Transfer eggs immediately to ice bath to stop cooking. Once completely cool, peel carefully under running water. The water helps separate shell from white.
- 3. Slice each egg in half lengthwise. Pop yolks out into mixing bowl. Arrange whites on serving plate, keeping them intact for prettiest presentation.
- 4. Use fork to mash yolks until they form fine crumbs with no lumps. Take your time here for super smooth filling.
- 5. Add mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper to mashed yolks. Mix everything together until completely smooth and fluffy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- 6. Spoon or pipe yolk mixture into each egg white half. Fill them generously so they look abundant. Piping bag with star tip makes them fancy, but spoon works perfectly.
- 7. Dust tops with paprika for classic deviled egg look. The red-orange color adds visual appeal and subtle flavor boost. Chill until ready to serve.
Notes
Use eggs that are at least a week old for easier peeling. Fresh eggs stick to shells and are nearly impossible to peel cleanly.
Ice bath is essential for stopping cooking immediately. This prevents gray-green ring around yolk and makes peeling easier.
Mash yolks thoroughly until completely smooth. Lumpy filling makes disappointing deviled eggs.
Keep deviled eggs chilled. Don’t leave sitting out more than 2 hours at parties since they contain mayo.
Store in airtight container up to 2 days. Place damp paper towel over them before covering to prevent drying out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American