Description
Classic Deviled Eggs are a delightful and timeless appetizer that never fails to impress. With their creamy texture and a special zing from pickle juice, these deviled eggs elevate any gathering—be it a holiday party, picnic, or casual get-together. Easy to make with just a handful of ingredients, they offer endless customization options through various toppings like paprika, dill, or chives. Perfect for entertaining, you can prepare them ahead of time and simply chill until serving. Whether you’re a novice cook or an experienced chef, this classic recipe is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–12 hard-boiled eggs
- ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 3–4 teaspoons pickle juice
- Paprika (for garnish)
- Fresh herbs like dill or chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Peel the hard-boiled eggs and slice them in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Mash the yolks until crumbly. Mix in mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Spoon or pipe the filling into each egg white half generously.
- Garnish with paprika and fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg half (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg