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Classic Deviled Eggs Recipe

Creamy yolk filling seasoned with mayo, mustard, and vinegar, piped into tender egg whites and dusted with paprika.
Servings 6
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1.5 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • paprika for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large pot, bring water to a gentle boil. Lower the heat so the surface is barely bubbling, then carefully add the six eggs using a slotted spoon. Return to a steady boil and cook for exactly 14 minutes.
  • While the eggs cook, fill a bowl with ice water. Once the timer’s up, transfer the eggs into the ice bath and let them chill completely. This makes peeling a breeze.
  • Peel the eggs and slice each in half lengthwise. Scoop out the yolks into a small bowl and mash them with a fork. Stir in the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper until the mixture is silky smooth.
  • Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the hollowed egg-white halves. Finish with a light dusting of paprika for color and a mild smoky touch.
    If you want really neat, professional-looking deviled eggs, using small piping bags like these make it super easy to pipe the filling smoothly into the egg whites.
  • Arrange on a platter and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to one day, it’s a perfect make-ahead bite!
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Worldwide
Keyword: eggs, starter, Stuffed