Description
Best Classic Deviled Eggs are a quick appetizer, easy party snack, and reliable holiday favorite made with creamy yolks, mayo, mustard, and a touch of paprika. This easy recipe is perfect for brunch spreads, healthy snack platters, picnic food ideas, and simple make-ahead entertaining when you need classic appetizer ideas that always disappear fast.
Ingredients
12 large eggs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika, plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
Instructions
1. Place the eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by about 1 inch. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
2. Once the water reaches a boil, cover the pan, turn off the heat, and let the eggs sit for 10 to 12 minutes.
3. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and let them cool for 10 minutes.
4. Peel the eggs, slice them lengthwise, and carefully remove the yolks. Arrange the egg white halves on a serving platter.
5. Place the yolks in a mixing bowl and mash with a fork until very fine.
6. Add the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, white vinegar, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir until smooth and creamy.
7. Spoon or pipe the filling into the egg white halves.
8. Garnish with extra paprika and chopped chives or green onions.
9. Chill for 20 minutes before serving for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
Use eggs that are a few days old for easier peeling.
Chill the eggs completely before filling so the whites stay firm and neat.
For extra smooth filling, press the yolks through a fine mesh sieve before mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 half
- Calories: 63
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 72 mg
- Fat: 5.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3.1 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg