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Easy Classic Deviled Eggs

Easy classic deviled eggs recipe with creamy yolk filling and paprika garnish.
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This easy classic deviled eggs recipe transforms simple ingredients into a creamy, tangy, and irresistible appetizer. Perfect for any gathering, from holiday feasts to casual picnics, it's a timeless comfort food that always disappears first from the table. With a foolproof method for perfect hard-boiled eggs and a velvety filling, it's a kitchen skill worth mastering.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar or pickle brine
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Paprika, for garnish
  • Fresh chives or dill, finely chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Once boiling, immediately cover the pan, remove from heat, and let sit for 12 minutes.
  3. Transfer eggs to a large bowl of ice water using a slotted spoon. Cool completely for about 15 minutes.
  4. Tap and roll each egg on the counter to crack the shell, then peel under cool running water.
  5. Slice each egg in half lengthwise. Gently remove yolks to a medium bowl and arrange whites on a serving platter.
  6. Mash yolks thoroughly with a fork until they resemble fine crumbs.
  7. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper to the yolks. Stir and mash until completely smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture into the egg white halves.
  9. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika and optional fresh chives or dill. Serve immediately or chill until ready.

Notes

For make-ahead: Hard-boil and peel eggs up to 2 days in advance; store whole in the fridge. Filling can be made 1 day ahead and stored separately. Do not freeze deviled eggs as texture will suffer. For smoother filling, push yolk mixture through a fine-mesh sieve.

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