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Deviled Eggs are a classic appetizer that are always fun to serve at parties, Easter, potlucks, and during the holidays. It’s one of my mom’s favorite dishes to make for family gatherings and it always surprises me how fast they disappear! But it doesn’t have to be a special occasion to make these tasty little bites. They’re easy enough to make any day of the week and they’re a lot cheaper to make homemade. Keep the toppings simple or play around with some of my favorites listed below!😉
“The deviled egg recipe was fantastic! A hit with all of our guests. Thank you!”
Chaundra
A Holiday and Potluck Classic
Deviled eggs are perfect for parties, potlucks, family gatherings, and during the holidays. The filling comes together with just a few simple ingredients, which is one reason this recipe has stayed such a classic over the years. They’re easy to prep ahead, simple to scale for a crowd, and don’t take much to make them feel special. And there are so many options and different toppings to choose from, which makes them a LOT of fun!
The name “deviled eggs” actually comes from an old-school cooking term. Back in the 19th century, the word “deviled” was used to describe spicy or zesty foods. So, since these eggs usually have mustard, paprika, or a little kick, the name stuck! They’re one of my favorite healthy(ish!), protein-packed party foods, and I love how they can be made lighter with Greek yogurt or kept classic and creamy, as I’ve done here.
Recipe Success Tips
- Peel carefully for the prettiest eggs! I use a cold water bath to help cool the eggs down immediately after cooking. This helps loosen the membrane under the shell and makes the eggs easier to handle and peel. I’d also keep in mind that very fresh eggs can be a little trickier to peel cleanly, but the ice bath helps.
- For an extra smooth filling, use a food processor. This is optional, but it does make the yolk mixture especially smooth and creamy. It’s also easier than mashing by hand if you tend to struggle getting the filling completely lump-free.
- Watery filling usually comes from extra moisture in the eggs or relish. The eggs should be fully cooked following the directions here, but if they still appear a little wet, I’d gently pat the whites and cut yolks dry with a paper towel before mixing. A little too much relish or mayo can thin the filling out too, so I keep those add-ins measured and stir them in lightly.
- Try a different filling combination. For a basic version, I just do mayo, salt, and pepper. For something bolder, swap the seasoning and borrow inspiration from our Nashville hot deviled eggs by mixing in a little Nashville hot seasoning and hot sauce. Sweet relish is also an easy swap for the dill relish and will add a different pickle flavor!
- Easy pairings for Easter or a party. I usually pair these with one creamy side and one scoopable appetizer. I always make our Southern style potato salad for the holidays, and this spinach artichoke dip is a warm party app that everyone loves. If I’m building out a spread, I like to put the deviled eggs next to the potato salad for Easter, or serve them with the dip and crackers for a more snacky appetizer table!
Deviled Eggs
Cost $1.21 recipe / $0.20 serving
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs ($0.83*)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise ($0.23**)
- ¾ tsp Dijon mustard ($0.02)
- ¼ tsp Tony Chachere’s seasoning ($0.05***)
- 1 Tbsp dill relish ($0.08)
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Instructions
- Add the cold eggs to a saucepot. Add enough water to the pot to cover the eggs by one inch.
- Place a lid on the pot and bring the water up to a boil over high heat. Once the water reaches a full rolling boil, turn the heat off and leave the pot on the burner (with the lid on) for about 12 minutes.
- After 12 minutes, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and chill the eggs for about 5 minutes.
- Next, peel the eggs then slice them in half. Pop the yolks out of the white and place them in a bowl. Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, seasoning salt, and dill relish and mash everything together to combine.
- Spoon the seasoned yolk mixture back into the whites or place the mixture in a sandwich or freezer bag, snip off one corner of the bag, and pipe the filling into the egg whites.
- Garnish the deviled eggs with your favorite toppings like paprika, chopped bacon, or sliced green onions. Serve and enjoy!
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Boil the eggs: Add 6 large cold eggs to a sauce pot. Add enough water to the pot to cover the eggs by one inch. Place a lid on the pot and bring the water up to a boil over high heat. Once the water reaches a full rolling boil, turn the heat off and leave the pot on the burner (with the lid on) for about 12 minutes.
After 12 minutes, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water for about 5 minutes to stop them cooking and cool them down enough to handle.
Peel the eggs: After the eggs have chilled, carefully peel them, then slice them in half lengthwise.
Make the filling: Pop the yolks out of the white and place them in a bowl. Add ¼ cup mayonnaise, ¾ tsp Dijon mustard, ¼ tsp seasoning salt, and 1 Tbsp dill relish.
Mash the yolks together with the rest of the ingredients to combine. The mixture should be mostly smooth and creamy with no big lumps of egg yolk.
Fill the eggs: Spoon the seasoned yolk mixture back into the whites or place the mixture in a sandwich or freezer bag, snip off one corner of the bag, and pipe the filling into the egg whites for a cleaner look.
Garnish the eggs with your favorite toppings like paprika, chopped bacon, or sliced green onions. Serve and enjoy!
Topping Ideas
This is where it really gets fun! I topped my eggs with some chopped air fryer bacon, sliced green onions, and a little bit of paprika. But you can use all sorts of other toppings to make them your own or just to use up different ingredients in your fridge. Here are some more ideas for your deviled eggs toppings:
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Pickled red onions
- French fried onions
- Thinly sliced radish
- Pickled jalapeños
- Fresh herbs (dill, chives, tarragon, parsley, scallions)
- Dill pickle slices
- Sriracha
- Hot sauce
- Tomato relish
How To Store Leftovers
If you don’t eat them all in one sitting, store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. Never leave deviled eggs at room temperature for more than two hours (or one hour in temperatures above 90°F!) to prevent bacteria growth. If serving at a party, I’d keep them chilled until ready to eat. And while you can technically freeze eggs, I don’t recommend freezing this recipe since the egg whites can become rubbery, and the filling may become watery or separate after thawing.
Try These Easy Egg Recipes Next:
- I love these Soft Boiled Eggs for adding to toast, bowls, salads, or ramen since the whites stay firm while the yolks turn silky and jammy in just 6 minutes.
- This Hard Boiled Eggs method is an easy way to get fully set yolks without overcooking!
- Our Easy Egg Salad keeps things simple with just a few fridge staples, making it a fast, budget-friendly lunch that tastes creamy, tangy, and filling.
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Our Deviled Eggs recipe was originally published 3/16/24. It was retested, reworked, and republished to be better than ever 4/10/25.
Yum! What a great snack. I prefer mine without the dill relish.
Made these on Christmas for a quick relish tray. Perfect! Thank you for recipe.
I’d love to make these for Easter but I am unfamiliar with those seasoning brands (Tony Chacere etc.). Could provide tips on homemade alternatives for those and potentially add those to the recipe notes, thank you <3.
There’s already a note in the recipe card! There’s an asterisk beside the seasoning in the ingredient list and if you scroll down to notes in the recipe card, it indicates you can also use any seasoning salt like Lawry’s or Mortons. :)
I couldn’t find the small batch deviled eggs. Is that recipe available?
As of now it is not, but I just emailed you the recipe for you to keep!
Thank you, My wife passed 3 years ago and I have missed her deviled eggs so much. I think now I will be able to make them now .
The deviled egg recipe was fantastic! A hit with all of our guests. Thank you!
Yup. This has been our go-to family recipe for basically every gathering. A little paprika or sumac is common for us. But! I have a chive plant, so might try that! TY!
I love to put siracha in my egg whites before piping the filling on top.