Deviled Eggs

Everyone needs a go-to deviled egg recipe — and this one gets top marks from the Allrecipes community!

How to Make Deviled Eggs

You’ll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let’s go over the basics:

Deviled Egg Ingredients

These are the simple kitchen staples you’ll need to make this basic deviled egg recipe:

• Eggs: This recipe yields 12 deviled egg halves, so you’ll need six boiled eggs.
• Mayonnaise: Mayonnaise makes the filling extra creamy.
• Sugar: A teaspoon of white sugar lends a hint of sweetness.
• Vinegar: A teaspoon of white vinegar, meanwhile, cuts the sweetness with acidity.
• Mustard: Use store-bought prepared mustard orhomemade yellow mustard.
• Vegetables: You’ll need an onion and celery.
• Seasonings: These deviled eggs are seasoned with salt and paprika.
  

  How Do You Make Deviled Eggs? 

  Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make homemade deviled eggs:

  1. Cut the boiled eggs in half and remove the yolks. Reserve the whites.
  2. Mash the yolks with a fork and add the remaining ingredients.
  3. Stuff or pipe the filling into the egg white halves.
     

     How Long Do Deviled Eggs Last? 

     Store the leftover deviled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about four days.

     Can You Make Deviled Eggs Ahead of Time? 

     Yes, you can easily make deviled eggs one to two days in advance. For the best results, we recommend storing the filling and the egg white halves separately in the refrigerator. Assemble the deviled eggs right before you’re ready to serve them.

     Ingredients

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     Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

     • 6 hard-cooked eggs
     • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
     • 1 teaspoon white sugar, or to taste
     • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
     • 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
     • 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
     • 1 tablespoon finely chopped celery
     • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
     • 1 pinch paprika, or to taste

     Directions

     1. Gather all ingredients. Peel hard-cooked eggs.

        

     2. Slice eggs in half lengthwise and remove yolks; set whites aside.

        

     3. Mash yolks with a fork in a small bowl. Stir in mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, mustard, onion, and celery; mix well and season with salt to taste.

        

     4. Stuff or pipe egg yolk mixture into egg whites.

        

     5. Sprinkle with paprika. Refrigerate until serving.