Classic Deviled Eggs Recipe: 6 Irresistible Tips for Perfection
Classic deviled eggs are a timeless appetizer featuring creamy, tangy yolk filling piped back into halved egg whites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 12 deviled eggs 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- Paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Place eggs in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 12 minutes.
- Transfer eggs to ice water to cool completely.
- Peel eggs and cut in half lengthwise.
- Remove yolks and place in a bowl.
- Mash yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon or pipe filling back into egg whites.
- Sprinkle with paprika before serving.
Notes
- Use older eggs for easier peeling.
- Adjust mustard and vinegar to taste.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 halves
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 190mg