Description
A quick and easy deviled eggs recipe using only four simple ingredients, perfect for parties and gatherings. Creamy, smooth, and crowd-pleasing with a subtle tang from Dijon mustard.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Place 6 large eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by about an inch. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, then immediately cover the pan and remove it from heat. Let sit for 12 minutes for fully hard-boiled eggs.
- Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and let them chill for at least 5 minutes to stop the cooking process and make peeling easier.
- Tap each egg gently on the counter to crack the shell, then peel under running water to help remove stubborn bits.
- Using a sharp knife, cut each egg in half lengthwise. Gently scoop out the yolks into a mixing bowl, placing the whites on a serving plate.
- Mash the yolks with a fork until crumbly. Add 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix until smooth and creamy. If the mixture feels too thick, add a tiny splash of water or more mayo to reach desired consistency.
- Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg white halves, aiming for a generous mound.
- Refrigerate the filled eggs for at least 15 minutes before serving to help flavors meld and the filling set.
Notes
Use eggs about a week old for easier peeling. Avoid overcooking eggs to prevent greenish yolk rings and sulfur smell. Peel eggs under running water to ease shell removal. Adjust filling texture by adding more mayo or a splash of water. For a prettier presentation, use a piping bag or a plastic bag with a corner snipped off. Filled deviled eggs keep fresh for up to 2 days refrigerated. Assemble just before serving if prepping ahead to avoid soggy whites.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 halves (1 whole eg
- Calories: 140
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 7
Keywords: deviled eggs, creamy deviled eggs, easy deviled eggs, party appetizers, simple snacks, egg recipes