Classic Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs are the 'little black dress' of appetizers: elegant and timeless. The secret lies in the emulsion of yolk fat and seasonings, creating a filling that is silky, not choking. Balanced with acid and fat, they are the star of any table.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
🍽️ Servings 5 servings
🔥 Calories 210 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Pot
  • Ice Bath Bowl
  • Piping Bag

Allergen Information

⚠️ Egg
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Mustard

Instructions

1

Start eggs in cold water, boil, then cover and let sit off heat for 10 mins.

Tip: Gentle cooking prevents rubbery whites.
2

Transfer immediately to ice bath to cool completely.

Tip: Shocking helps peeling.
3

Peel, halve, remove yolks.

Tip: Wipe knife between cuts for clean edges.
4

Mash yolks with butter, sour cream, mustard, lemon. Season.

Tip: Butter adds structure when chilled.
5

Pipe mixture back into whites.

Tip: Use a ziplock bag corner if no piping bag.
6

Chill 1 hr. Garnish before serving.

Tip: Cover to prevent drying.

Recipe FAQ

Green ring around yolk?
Overcooked! Iron/sulfur reaction. Cool rapidly in ice water to prevent.
Hard to peel.
Use older eggs (5-10 days); fresh whites stick to the shell.

Ingredients

  • 6 large Eggs
  • 3 tbsp Sour Cream
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 2 tbsp Butter (softened)
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch White Pepper
  • 1 tsp Paprika (garnish)
  • 1 bunch Chives or Parsley