Best-Ever Deviled Eggs Recipe (2024)

Deviled Eggs are a staple at potlucks, parties, and holidays like Easter! Adding pickle juice is a delicious and unexpected way to add tons of flavor and the crispy bacon topping makes these irresistible. Deviled eggs are quick and simple to prepare especially with our easy-peel Hard Boiled Eggs.

This Deviled Eggs Recipe is one of our most requested appetizers along with Jalapeno Poppers, Cowboy Caviar, and our famous Guacamole. If you’re looking for a new go-to starter, this is it!

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Deviled Eggs Recipe

Keep those Easter eggs! This is our favorite way to use up hard-boiled eggs. If you’re going to make a deviled egg platter, surprise everyone with this recipe. This filling has a creamy and interesting texture from the crunchy bits of dill pickles and the crisp bacon pummeled over the top.

These are my son’s favorite dressed eggs both in flavor and texture. It’s one of the recipes he likes to make on his own when the craving strikes and if these are on the menu, it doesn’t surprise me when half his plate is these stuffed eggs. I think that qualifies as favorite food status! Make this recipe for your next special occasion and you will be known for your deviled eggs.

What are Deviled Eggs?

The term ‘deviled’ refers to something that is highly seasoned with spiciness or tang. Deviled eggs are the same thing as stuffed eggs or dressed eggs. It’s essentially eggs that have been hard-boiled, peeled, cut in half, and stuffed with a classic mixture of the cooked yolks mashed together with mayo, mustard, and spices (typically paprika).

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Tips for the Best Deviled Eggs

Here are some important steps to ensure perfect deviled eggs and consistent results:

  • Hard boil – Cook eggs until they are hard-boiled with a dry center
  • Do not overcook or the yolks will tint green
  • Start with chilled eggs – the process will be easier and deviled eggs are best served chilled.
  • Use a sharp knife – this will make it easier to slice eggs in half and remove yolks without creating jagged edges. Wiping the knife clean between eggs also helps create clean slices.
  • Portion correctly – A mini cookie scoop makes it easy to portion the filling. You can also use a piping bag or a couple of spoons.
  • Taste as you go – Always taste the filling and add more seasoning, pickle juice or mustard to your liking. Also, go light on the salt. It’s easy to oversalt this filling.
  • Garnish – even if you aren’t adding bacon, sprinkle on some paprika to add color and flavor.

How to Cook Eggs for Deviled Eggs?

Our go-to method for making perfect hard-boiled eggs is this basic stove-top boiled egg. It’s so easy and all you need is water and a saucepan. When making deviled eggs, I remove them after boiling for 7 minutes.

P.S. If you are using Farm Fresh Eggs, wait until they are at least a week old and then we prefer to make instant pot hard-boiled eggs because they are easier to peel. If using farm-fresh eggs, store them pointy-end down in the refrigerator to keep the yolks centered. Otherwise, the heavy yolks tend to settle to the bottom as the egg gets older.

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Tips for Easy Egg Peeling

We’ve all had the experience of stuck-on eggshells that result in ugly peeled eggs that are too pitiful looking to put out for company. If that describes your experience, you need to read this section. Follow these tips for peeling hard-boiled eggs to prevent the shell from sticking:

  • Use older eggs – generally, older (store-bought) eggs are the easiest to peel.
  • Chill boiled eggs in an ice bath right after they are cooked
  • Roll the egg on the counter to crack the shell all around then soak in a bowl of water for a minute. The water gets under the shell and makes it easier to peel.
  • Start peeling from the bottom (wide end) of the egg where the air pocket is to get under the membrane.
  • If you get a stubborn egg – peel it while submerged in a bowl of water or under running water

How To Make Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs are one of the easiest appetizers to make. If serving a larger crowd, you can easily double the recipe. You can also make these eggs in advance (see make-ahead instructions below).

  1. Peel hard-boiled eggs, cut eggs in half lengthwise, remove yolks, and transfer to a bowl.
  2. Mash yolks with a fork then mash in mayo, pickle juice, mustard, and seasonings.
  3. Fold in finely diced baby dill pickles then add more seasoning to taste.
  4. Spoon filling into egg halves
  5. Garnish – serve garnished with paprika and bacon bits
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Pro Tip: If you want to get really creative, try this same filling and make Easter Egg Chicks.

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Make Ahead

Deviled eggs are a great make-ahead appetizer and there are several options for prepping or assembling them in advance:

  • Prep-ahead: you can boil and peel eggs a day in advance, cover them, and store in the refrigerator until ready to use. Boiled eggs should be eaten within 1 week of cooking. You can also pre-slice your eggs and pre-make your filling and keep them separate (covered and chilled in the refrigerator) for up to 2 days or until ready to serve.
  • To store deviled eggs: set deviled eggs on a serving platter, cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Sprinkle on the paprika and bacon garnishes just before serving to keep the bacon crisp.
  • Transporting deviled eggs – put them in a single layer on a rimmed platter, cover and ensure they don’t tip over or slide off while transporting. Lining the platter with a paper towel can help keep them from sliding around. You can also use a specialized egg carrier or set the eggs in a muffin tin that is lined with cupcake liners.

Pro Tip: If you’re transporting the eggs and they will be out longer than 2 hours, the FDA egg safety tips recommend keeping them on ice. When traveling, you can store them chilled in a cooler with cold packs to keep the eggs at a safe temperature.

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These Deviled Eggs always get rave reviews. They are also the perfect way to use up leftover Easter eggs. I hope they become a new favorite for you. If you have a favorite deviled egg recipe, I would love to hear about it in a comment below!

More Egg Recipes

Eggs are such a wholesome food. That’s why we make things like Scrambled Eggs and Omelets on our regular rotation! We’re always adding eggs to amp up salads like Cobb Salad! If you love eggs, you will enjoy this list of egg recipes:

  • Creamy Potato Salad – loaded with boiled eggs
  • Egg muffins – easy breakfast on the go
  • Egg Salad – classic and so creamy
  • Breakfast Burritos – go-to recipe!
  • Breakfast Sandwich – one-pan egg sandwich
  • Eggs Benedict – with the best hollandaise sauce

Best Ever Deviled Eggs Recipe

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Author: Natasha Kravchuk

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The Deviled Eggs recipe everyone will ask for! The crunchy dill pickles and crispy bacon topping make these irresistible.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Cook Time: 15 minutes mins

Total Time: 30 minutes mins

Ingredients

Servings: 16 deviled eggs

  • 8 hard boiled eggs, peeled and halved
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp dill pickle juice
  • 1/2 tsp yellow mustard , (or dijon), or to taste
  • pinch of salt , or to taste
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 baby dill pickles, very finely diced
  • 1/8 tsp paprika, to garnish
  • 3 oz bacon (4 strips), chopped and browned, for topping

Instructions

  • Cut peeled eggs in half lengthwise and place them on a serving platter. Remove yolks with a spoon and place them in a medium mixing bowl.

  • Mash yolks to a fine crumb with a fork. Add 1/4 cup mayo, 2 tsp pickle juice, 1/2 tsp mustard, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper and 1/8 tsp garlic powder and mash together until creamy.

  • Mix in finely diced pickles. Add more seasonings to taste if needed.

  • Spoon a generous teaspoon of the egg mixture into each egg half. Garnish the top with a generous sprinkle of paprika and big pinch of browned bacon bits.

Nutrition Per Serving

86kcal Calories1g Carbs4g Protein7g Fat2g Saturated Fat98mg Cholesterol171mg Sodium50mg Potassium1g Fiber1g Sugar154IU Vitamin A1mg Vitamin C16mg Calcium1mg Iron

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Nutrition Facts

Best Ever Deviled Eggs Recipe

Amount per Serving

Calories

86

% Daily Value*

Fat

7

g

11

%

Saturated Fat

2

g

13

%

Cholesterol

98

mg

33

%

Sodium

171

mg

7

%

Carbohydrates

1

g

%

Fiber

1

g

4

%

Sugar

1

g

1

%

Protein

4

g

8

%

Vitamin A

154

IU

3

%

Vitamin C

1

mg

1

%

Calcium

16

mg

2

%

Iron

1

mg

6

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: deviled eggs

Skill Level: Easy

Cost to Make: $

Calories: 86

This deviled egg recipe was first published in March 2019. We updated the post and photos but it is the same great recipe.

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FAQs

Why do you add vinegar to deviled eggs? ›

A light-colored vinegar, like the white-wine vinegar we use in these creamy deviled eggs, brings a touch of acidity to the filling and balances the richness of the yolks and the mayonnaise.

Is it better to boil eggs the night before making deviled eggs? ›

Prep deviled eggs too far in advance, and you'll have dried out filling and stinky boiled egg whites. For the best results, prep your deviled eggs up to two days in advance and keep the egg whites and filling separate until you're ready to serve. This prepping method also applies if you're not even leaving the house.

What is deviled egg filling made of? ›

Deviled eggs are hard boiled eggs where the yolk is mixed with mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper. The little sprinkle of paprika on top is the perfect finishing touch.

What's the secret to boiling eggs? ›

Lower the heat slightly – so the eggs don't crack due to being bashed around but water is still at a gentle boil. Start the timer – 6 minutes for runny yolks, 8 minutes for soft boiled, 10 minutes for classic hard boiled, 15 minutes for unpleasant rubbery whites and powdery dry yolks.

Can I use white wine vinegar instead of apple cider vinegar for deviled eggs? ›

Lemon juice (or vinegar): I love the fresh, bright flavor of lemon juice in deviled eggs. But vinegar (white, white/red wine, or apple cider vinegar) is the traditional option and would also work well. Dijon mustard: Feel free to add in a bit more or less, depending on how mustardy you like your eggs.

What to do when you put too much vinegar in deviled eggs? ›

  1. If you have added too much vinegar to your recipe, don't panic. There are some simple ways to balance the acidity and save your dish. ...
  2. - Add some sugar or honey to the dish. ...
  3. - Add some baking soda to the dish. ...
  4. - Add some dairy products to the dish. ...
  5. - Add some herbs or spices to the dish.
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Why are my deviled eggs runny the next day? ›

Making them too far in advance. Deviled eggs can be watery, dry, or lose flavor the longer they sit, so don't make them too far in advance. For the best results, prep your eggs and make the filling up two days in advance, and store them separately. Assemble the eggs before serving.

How many deviled eggs per person? ›

How many deviled eggs do you need per person? Plan 2 to 3 deviled eggs per person for your get-together. A dozen eggs will make 24 deviled eggs, and that will be enough for 8 to 12 people. If you have leftovers you can store them in the fridge for 24 hours and snack on them the next day.

What is the best method for boiling eggs for deviled eggs? ›

Place eggs in a medium pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then cover the pot and turn off the heat. Let the eggs cook, covered, for 9 to 12 minutes, depending on your desired done-ness (see photo). Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and chill for 14 minutes.

What are deviled eggs called in the South? ›

At church functions in parts of the Southern and Midwestern United States, the terms "stuffed eggs", "salad eggs", and "dressed eggs" occur instead, to avoid reference to the word "devil". For this reason, the term "angel eggs" is also occasionally used.

What is a true deviled egg? ›

With eggs, especially spicy and zesty eggs made with mustard, pepper, or other ingredients like paprika stuffed into the empty yolk cavity of half an egg, they are called “deviled,” though in some places they're also referred to as stuffed eggs, dressed eggs, or even Russian eggs.

What is the difference between angel eggs and deviled eggs? ›

Angel eggs are simply another term for the classic deviled egg. It's the same creamy yolk filling in the center of an egg-white that we've enjoyed for years. In this recipe, I make the filling with Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.

What is the trick to boiling eggs so they peel easily? ›

Easy-to-peel hard-boiled eggs are typically placed in an ice bath as soon as they're done cooking, note our egg experts. "The combination of steaming the eggs and then immediately shocking them in ice water is magic," says Steele.

How do you boil eggs so they will peel easily? ›

Drop the eggs into boiling water. Eggs added to a pot of boiling water rather than brought to a boil along with the cold water will be easier to peel. Plus, this method allows for more precise timing.

What does adding vinegar to eggs do? ›

"Vinegar is an inherently acidic material, so if we add a few drops of vinegar into that boiling water that is going to increase the rate of denaturing and it's going to make that happen faster and help the poached egg hold its shape better."

What does vinegar do for eggs? ›

The addition of vinegar to the water is believed to make the peeling job easier. Since acetic acid, which is essentially vinegar, can break down the calcium bicarbonate found in egg shells, it is hypothesized this can aid in an easier peeling process.

Why does vinegar help peel hard-boiled eggs? ›

Adding white vinegar or apple cider vinegar to your pot of water allegedly results in softer, easier-to-peel eggshells. That's because the acid in vinegar dissolves some of the calcium carbonate that makes up the egg's hard exterior.

What happens to egg white when you add vinegar? ›

When vinegar is added to eggs, its acetic acid combines with the calcium carbonate in the eggshell to produce carbon dioxide gas and calcium acetate. This reaction creates an acidic environment in the container, which can cause the egg whites to denature and become opaque and rubbery.

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