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Plate of creamy deviled eggs garnished with paprika and fresh parsley

Classic Deviled Eggs Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Saucepan or Pot To boil the eggs.
  • Slotted Spoon For removing the eggs from boiling water.
  • Mixing Bowl (Large) For an ice water bath to cool the eggs quickly.
  • Medium Mixing Bowl For mixing the egg yolk filling.
  • Sharp Knife To cut the boiled eggs in half.
  • Spoon or Fork To scoop out the yolks and mash them
  • Piping Bag or Spoon To neatly fill the egg whites with the yolk mixture.
  • Measuring Spoons For precise measurements of ingredients.
  • Cutting Board To keep your workspace clean and organized
  • Serving Platter or Egg Tray To serve and present the deviled eggs.

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar or lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Paprika for garnish
  • Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

Boil the Eggs

  • Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water.
  • Bring the water to a boil over medium heat.
  • Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat, cover it, and let the eggs sit for 12 minutes.

Cool and Peel

  • Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and let them cool for 5-10 minutes.
  • Gently crack the shell and peel the eggs under running water for easier removal.

Prepare the Filling

  • Slice each egg in half lengthwise.
  • Carefully scoop out the yolks and place them in a bowl.
  • Mash the yolks with a fork until smooth.

Mix the Filling

  • Add mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper to the mashed yolks.
  • Stir until the mixture is creamy and well combined.

Fill the Egg Whites

  • Spoon or pipe the filling back into the hollowed egg whites. A piping bag or zip-top bag with the corner snipped off works well for a polished look.

Garnish and Serve

  • Sprinkle paprika over the filled eggs for a touch of color.
  • Add chopped parsley or chives for extra freshness.
  • Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy!
Keyword Deviled eggs