Deviled Eggs (Best Ever Creamy, Most Popular, Easy)

A platter of deviled eggs with creamy filling, paprika, and chives.

Deviled Eggs are a party classic for a reason. The secret to the best ones is making the yolk mixture totally smooth, then adding mayo a little at a time so it’s creamy and pipeable.

Ingredients for Deviled Eggs

  • Eggs (12 large)
  • Mayonnaise (1/3 cup)
  • Dijon mustard (1 tbsp)
  • Apple cider vinegar (1 tsp)
  • Salt (1/4 tsp) + black pepper
  • Paprika + chives, for topping
  • Optional: pickle relish (1 tbsp)

Deviled Eggs Recipe Step-by-Step

  • 1. Boil eggs (12 minutes), cool in ice water, peel.
  • 2. Halve and remove yolks.
  • 3. Mash yolks until smooth.
  • 4. Mix in mayo, mustard, vinegar, salt, pepper (and relish if using).
  • 5. Pipe into whites and top with paprika and chives.
  • 6. Chill 30 minutes.

Recipe Card: Deviled Eggs

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Yield: 24 halves
Category: Appetizers & Starters, Side Dishes
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

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