Classic Deviled Eggs Recipe
Classic Deviled Eggs are a timeless appetizer featuring hard-boiled eggs filled with a creamy, tangy yolk mixture. This recipe highlights the perfect balance of mayonnaise and mustard with a sprinkle of paprika for color and flavor, making it an ideal starter or party snack.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 12 halves (6 deviled eggs) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Eggs
Filling
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Boil the Eggs: Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, turn off the heat and cover the pan, letting the eggs sit for 10-12 minutes. Then transfer eggs to an ice bath to cool.
- Peel and Slice Eggs: Gently peel the cooled eggs and slice each egg in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks carefully and place them into a mixing bowl.
- Prepare Yolk Filling: Mash the yolks thoroughly with mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Fill Egg Whites: Using a spoon or piping bag, evenly fill the egg white halves with the yolk mixture, creating a neat mound on each.
- Garnish: Sprinkle a dash of paprika over the filled eggs for a pop of color and subtle smoky flavor.
- Serve: Arrange the deviled eggs on a platter and serve chilled as a classic appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- For easy peeling, use eggs that are at least a week old.
- Adjust the amount of mustard to taste depending on your preference for tanginess.
- Experiment by adding finely chopped chives or pickles to the yolk filling for extra flavor.
- Keep deviled eggs refrigerated if not serving immediately; consume within 2 days.
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