Description
Classic and creamy Traditional Deviled Eggs made with hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, and a touch of white wine vinegar, seasoned with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika for a flavorful appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs:
- 12 eggs (hard boiled & peeled)
Filling:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp white wine vinegar
- Pinch of salt & pepper
Garnish:
- Sprinkle smoked paprika
Instructions
- Cut the eggs: Cut the cooked eggs in half lengthwise carefully to ensure clean edges.
- Arrange egg whites: Place the halved egg whites cut-side up on a serving plate for easy filling.
- Prepare yolks: Remove the yolks and transfer them to a small mixing bowl, then mash them thoroughly with a fork.
- Mix filling: Add the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, and white wine vinegar to the mashed yolks and mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Season filling: Add a pinch of salt and pepper to the mixture, stirring well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
- Fill the eggs: Spoon the yolk mixture into a small piping bag fitted with a star tip for decorative dollops.
- Pipe the filling: Squeeze a small, decorative dollop of the yolk mixture into each egg white half, filling them neatly.
- Garnish: Lightly sprinkle smoked paprika over the filled eggs for color and a subtle smoky flavor.
- Serve or refrigerate: Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. These can be chilled for up to 1 day for best freshness.
Notes
- Hard boil eggs for about 10-12 minutes for firm yolks.
- Use a piping bag with a star tip to create an attractive presentation.
- For a different flavor, try adding a bit of hot sauce or fresh herbs to the filling.
- These deviled eggs are best served chilled but not frozen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: deviled eggs, appetizer, classic recipe, egg appetizer, party food, easy snack
