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If you’re looking for the Best Deviled Eggs, this is the only recipe you need. They’re creamy, tangy, perfectly balanced, and incredibly easy to make with simple ingredients you already have on hand. Whether it’s a holiday, potluck, or family gathering, these always disappear fast.
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“I have been using this recipe for about 2 years. It is the best and my entire family loves it. I have to triple the recipe for Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter holiday dinners. The instructions are easy and all of the tips are so helpful right down to the getting the shell off of those eggs. Thank you for sharing it with the world and me!!” – Martina
“Everybody loves these deviled eggs! Easy to make and never any left on the plate.” – BW
”These are some of the best deviled eggs I’ve eaten. Easy to make, great instructions” – Lonnie
Why I Love This Recipe
I’ve made these Best Deviled Eggs for so many gatherings, and they never fail. They’re one of those recipes I can throw together quickly, but they still taste like something special. I love that they use simple pantry ingredients, yet the flavor is perfectly balanced with just the right mix of creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet. They are low-carb, high-protein, and perfect for a “keto-style” lunch or a quick snack on the go.
Another reason I keep coming back to this recipe is how versatile it is. I can make them classic for holidays or switch things up with different toppings and add-ins depending on what I have on hand. They’re also easy to make ahead and they store well, which makes entertaining so much easier.
When I serve these, I usually pair them with things like ham for Easter, barbecue in the summer, or a full appetizer spread with dips, sliders, and veggie trays. They fit in anywhere and always get eaten first.
🩷 Kelsey
Ingredients You’ll Need
The ingredients for these deviled eggs are all pantry staples and refrigerator ingredients you have on hand. Combine together to make the best deviled eggs yet!
- Hard-boiled eggs – See below for tips on how to make the best, easy-peel hard-boiled eggs!
- Mayonnaise – Mayonnaise is one of those foods where I always buy the name brand. The store brand just never tastes as good! We like Best Foods Mayo the most. (Not sponsored – just the truth!)
- Mustard – Mustard gives that classic tangy deviled egg flavor and color. We use regular yellow mustard but you can also use Dijon mustard for another flavor variation.
- White vinegar – With all the other creamy ingredients, you need just a little bit of acidity to cut through and balance things out.
- Sugar – Just a small amount adds subtle sweetness and enhances the flavor.
- Salt and pepper – Add salt and black pepper to your liking.
- Paprika – Paprika adds a bit of smoky flavor and that classic red dusting on top.
- Chives – The chives are optional but they add a pop of color and freshness to the dish! You can also use green onion
Ingredient Additions and Substitutions
This is a very classic deviled egg recipe, but everyone has their twist on deviled eggs! Try these substitutions or variations for more flavors. The options are endless!
- Spicy – We love our Sriracha Deviled Eggs! The creaminess of the filling and the spicy sauce just complement each other perfectly! Add hot sauce or sprinkle cayenne pepper over top of the egg yolk mixture.
- Creamy – Some people use Greek yogurt or mashed avocado in place of the mayo.
- Relish – Use either relish, sweet pickle relish, or chopped-up dill pickles for an extra tangy sour, and sweet taste.
- Tangy – Some people add pickle juice instead of vinegar for even more flavor.
- Bacon – I have even seen a fancy restaurant garnish their eggs with crumbled bacon! So good!
- Fresh herbs – Top your best-deviled eggs with fresh herbs for a beautiful look and presentation when putting them on the serving platter!
How to Make Deviled Eggs
- Cut eggs – Peel the hard-boiled eggs and cut them in half length-wise. Scoop out the egg yolks and place them in a separate bowl.
- Combine – Mix and stir the yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, vinegar, and salt and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Assemble – Scoop the yolk mixture into a piping bag or a ziplock bag with a corner cut off. Pipe the filling into the eggs.
- Finishing Touches – Sprinkle with paprika and garnish with chives if desired. Chill until ready to serve for best flavor. Serve and enjoy!
Our Secrets to Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs
Learn all the secrets to making the best hard-boiled eggs yet! Follow these helpful tips for the best hard-boiled eggs at your next gathering:
- Fresh eggs – The best eggs to hard boil are those that are at least three days old. Super fresh eggs tend to be harder to peel.
- Egg size – Large eggs tend to have more space as well as a thicker white egg half. Medium eggs are a bit smaller in size but seem to fall apart when the egg mixture is filled in the white hole.
- Cold water – Don’t put your eggs into already boiling water. Place them in the pan first, then add cold water until there’s about an inch or so of water covering the eggs.
- Don’t over-boil – The key to making perfect eggs on the inside is to not over-boil. If they’re too hot for too long, then you will get that greenish-grayish ring around the yolk.
- Secret ingredient – The secret ingredient is to add a little baking soda (about ½ teaspoon or a little less) to the water while boiling. This will make it easier to peel the eggs later on.
- Cold water – If you are going to peel the eggs right away, then give them a little crack and plunge them into an ice water bath. Only do this if you’re going to peel them immediately after. If you’re saving the eggs for later, just put them straight into the ice water.
- Instant Pot eggs – If you have an Instant Pot, check out our Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs recipe.
Egg Filling
For me, there are two approaches when it comes to filling deviled eggs, either fancy-looking or needing to get them done quickly. If I am feeling fancy, then I will put the yolk mixture into a piping bag and put a star tip on the end. I pipe the filling in a circle and then swirl it up until it is a little bit above the surface of the egg whites.
When you need to get the best-deviled eggs filled quickly, then I will scoop with a spoon the egg mixture into a ziplock bag and cut a little bit off of one corner. Then I squirt an equal amount of filling into each egg. Either way, they are going to taste delicious!
Recipe Tip
Make sure to mash the deviled egg filling very well using a fork. When you are piping the filling into the egg, you will want it to be smooth with no big chunks that will clog the bag.
Frequently Asked Questions
The word “deviled” was originally used to describe foods that had a lot of condiments and spices. Deviled eggs were originally called stuffed eggs, but when the recipe began to include more pepper and paprika, they became known as deviled eggs.
Deviled eggs can be traced all the way back to ancient Rome! Romans used to boil eggs and serve them with spicy sauces. The version we know today where the yolks are mashed with condiments originated in Spain.
Deviled eggs are good in the fridge for about two days, so you can make them a little bit in advance. Once you set them out, are only good for two hours.
The vinegar balances the flavors from the yolk and mayo. It has a richness that helps combine and give the perfect flavor.
Storing and Making Ahead
- Do not freeze, as it affects the texture
- Store deviled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 to 3 days
- Do not leave them out longer than 2 hours at room temperature
- For best results, store filling and egg whites separately and assemble before serving
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More Recipes Using Hard Boiled Eggs
These truly are the best deviled eggs! They’re simple, reliable, and packed with flavor every single time. If you need an easy appetizer that everyone loves, this is the recipe to make. If you try them, I’d love to hear how they turned out! Leave a comment and a rating below. 🥚💛
Best Deviled Eggs Recipe
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Ingredients
- 6 hard boiled eggs, click the link for our Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs Recipe
- 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise, We like the Best Foods brand
- 1 ½ teaspoons mustard
- ⅛ teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon white vinegar
- salt and pepper, to taste
- paprika, to sprinkle on top
- chives, optional
Instructions
- Peel the hard-boiled eggs and cut them in half length-wise. Scoop out the yolks and place them in a separate bowl.
- Mix the yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, vinegar, and salt and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Scoop the yolk mixture into a piping bag or a ziplock bag with a corner cut off. Pipe the filling into the eggs. Top with paprika and chives (optional).
Notes
- Mash filling until completely smooth for best texture
- Adjust mayo and mustard to taste
- Slightly older eggs peel easier
- Chill before serving for best flavor
- Try piping for a cleaner, more professional look
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I like this recipe because it is t overly fussy. It allows the taste of the egg to shine as the star.
I just loved the mustard and vinegar in the recipe. My new favourite appy and so healthy.
Great recipe ! A different way to “devil” an egg. Will be trying this weekend.
Love this!
I loved these deviled eggs
Great band favorite any time of year.But always spun at easter very Yum!
i first had devil eggs many many many years ago. i have had some really gross eggs and some so-so eggs, but your recipe is the best.
We loved the Deviled Eggs! The added sugar, vinegar, and chives take this recipe over the top! Not your average Deviled Eggs. I love that this recipe gives amounts, which really helps to get it right proportionally! I always had to guesstimate amounts. Everyone will love these!
LOVE the Deviled Egg!
This is what my grandma always made. I love deviled eggs! So good!!
I printed this last week just for this up coming Easter, very anxious to get them made.
We love deviled eggs! They are simple to prepare but are very special to add to a meal. Everyone loves them, including the guys!
Oh my goodness – What a game changer! I’ve been making deviled eggs for years, following what I believed to have been grandmother’s handed down recipe, but they never had quite the ‘zip’ I had remembered. I tried the recipe two ways – one way using the vinegar and the other way using the pickle juice, both of which were winners in my book. Absolutely delicious – I personally favored the pickle juice addition, but loved them both! Thank YOU!!
Deviled eggs are a family favorite. They will love these.
Deviled eggs are a favorite with my family. Thank you for this recipe, my family will love them.
This is a family favorite anytime of the year. Right now we make 3 dozen, and at our next gathering I’m sure if will be 4! We changed the recipe slightly for us and use ranch dressing instead of mayo. And sometimes a sweet/hot mustard. Our variations include (but not limited to) adding crumbled bacon, diced ham, salsa (topping), crunchy onions (topping), jalapenos, even crumbled salt n vinegar potatoes chips! And actually one of our more popular was our “garden veggie” eggs. We minced Julianne carrots, red bell pepper, and minced broccoli tops and sprinkled on top! Colorful and yummy! There are no leftovers, but I’m guessing if there were, any variation would make a darn good sandwich!
Love the creamy taste of deviled eggs. Also you can add in other things to change the looks and flavors. Can also use leftovers in other dishes.
I love these Deviled eggs so easy to make and taste so good.
I make all variations,but what makes mine better than anyone else’s is I smoke my eggs my smoker before adding my filling. Everyone raves about how delicious they are. They’re awesome!
I love these deviled eggs! I brought some to my coworkers and they love it in fact I had to make 2 dozen of these and take them to work. (They were gone before noon)
Thank you so much for sharing this recipe, it’s a hit every time I bring the deviled eggs to any event for social gathering
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Adding sugar is a new twist.
They sound really good to serve for our maudy service finger food meal. I will make them today, I only hope they peel easy.
Love deviled eggs. This is easy and tastes great.
I’ve always loved deviled eggs even as a kids idk who wouldn’t..but I tried this recipe and even my kids loved it!
Love all variations of deviled eggs and can’t wait to try these! ! Easter brunch table for sure!
This is not only one of my favorites, but also my family and friends. Our best friends ALWAYS want me to bring deviled eggs. They are easy to make and can be made earlier than other food. They are also great to snack on while preparing the rest of the food.
We also enjoy having some leftover for high protein snacks and to make egg salad sandwiches.
Who doesn’t love a simple and delicious deviled egg recipe?!
We use leftover deviled eggs to make quick egg salad ‘sandwiches’. Put two deviled eggs, lengthwise on a slice of bread, fold in half (like a hotdog) and enjoy!
Perfectly delicious! I used smoked paprika. Always a hit.
What is not to love about deviled eggs. This recipe looks so good and it is not too hard. I will reach for deviled eggs when they are around. (A bit surprising as that is about the only way I will eat eggs). But these have nutrition. Thank you for the recipe. Will probably make for the Easter gathering.
Great additional option for one of my very favorite appetizers.
Fabulous! We love deviled eggs and a little secret of mine I add to this recipe is horseradish sauce. Perfection 😉
Like but I didn’t put chives on them
Deviled eggs are a must at family get togethers! Yes, we all know they smell, but the taste is what makes the smell worth it. No family get together should be without these delicious deviled eggs.
Don’t bedevil yourself with subpar deviled egg recipes! There’s no devil in the details here. Just one hell of a good recipe – I found it to be simple, straight-forward, delicious, perfect.
DELICIOUS EVERY TIME! I MAKE MINE WITH BACON! YUMMY!
we ove deviled eggs, and make a different versions, so having this with al the extra you share is great Thankk you
I could live on Deviled Eggs! This is a wonderful recipe. Then you share the variations, egg-cellent! The pickle juice variation is my favorite. Mom use to put about 1/8 of a teaspoon of ground horseradish in hers. One time she was just finishing up by sprinkling the paprika on her eggs, but by accident she was sprinkling Cayenne Pepper 🌶️. She received rave reviews and continued to do so. 😎 I already printed this. Thank you so much for the tips, too.
This is a favorite recipe for any occasion. It makes it easy to have all ingredients blend for a nice filling without being runny or dry. Devil eggs dress your meal and add color to your menu. the measurements in this recipe have turned out great each time I have make it. Thank You!
Deviled eggs are always a crowd favorite. Easy to follow recipe with tasty options
Everybody loves these deviled eggs! Easy to make and never any left on the plate.
I have been using this recipe for about 2 years. It is the best and my entire family loves it. I have to triple the recipe for Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter holiday dinners. The instructions are easy and all of the tips are so helpful right down to the getting the shell off of those eggs. Thank you for sharing it with the world and me!! Happy Easter
We love deviled eggs, have them with bbq, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas,
Who doesn’t like deviled eggs?? My son could eat till they were gone. But he has to share. Lol
I have used this original recipe for over 50 years. Shown to me by my Mom. Everyone loves it and the eggs are devoured whenever I bring them out for parties, football appetizers, picnics, etc. I have over the years added a few drops of Worchester sauce. Nice touch to the original recipe.
One of our favorite appetizers to make and eat!
I can enjoy a whole platter by myself! I had never added vinegar to my yolks/filling but it really helps to brighten it up which makes it more addicting than when I just used mayonnaise and seasonings. Thank you for tip of baking soda in the water – the peeling process was much smoother.
Deviled Eggs are a good tasting recipe.
Love this recipe and all your recipes.
Thank you for sharing.
This was an amazing recipe. I would most definitely do it again.
Deviled eggs are one of my favorites, and my family loves them also.
THEE BEST DEVILED EGGS PRETTY MUCH SUMS IT UP FOR YA!!!
good stuff!!!!!
This is one our families favorite side dish at any time during the year. It’s easy and everyone can participate in making them.
These are some of the best deviled eggs I’ve eaten. Easy to make, great instructions
Lots of great tips to make the process much easier and smoother! A delicious recipe that makes this classic dish simple!
Just made this for work potluck and loved them …surpasses my old recipe. Easter is a coming and they will be on my table
So happy to hear they were a hit!
OMG this recipe was so delicious. It was also really fun to make, and all of my family and friends really enjoyed it.
Hands down, any day, any occasion, any time! We have now reached 3 dozen deviled eggs and what is great is we have variations that are equally delicious! We don’t use mayo, we use ranch salad dressing. Customizing is endless and if you don’t grab quickly, they are gone. We still do the “traditional” with mustard and chives, and we have also added different foods like diced ham, crumbled bacon, diced tomato w/ mozzarella and basil, crunchy onions, relish, our list goes on and we haven’t been disappointed with any of them yet! We don’t have left overs, so I’m guessing another dozen is in the works! To cut down on our time, we also buy the hard boiled eggs. Price difference is pennies compared to what a dozen eggs now costs. Bon Appetite!
I enjoy deviled eggs 😋 it is something I forget to make for parties but I started around Christmas to make and make them more often. Especially with them being low carb!!
I did a trial of these deviled eggs last night and made them. I have never added sugar to them before I let them sit overnight in the fridge and they are stupendous this will be my only way I’m making deviled eggs again. We will be having them on Easter thank you so much for the recipe. !
So glad they were a hit for you! Thanks for the kind comment!
Deviled eggs are great appetizers
My dad made these deviled eggs for Easter and Christmas. When I hear the words it melts my heart as I think about my dad and listening to his stories when I was a child.
I love that this recipe brings back fond memories for you 🙂 Thank you for sharing!
I haaate cooking eggs but your tips sound great, thank you!!! We like to sprinkle smoked paprika on ours for a really enhanced flavor.
Paprika is a perfect little sprinkling for over the top. Love it!
Why do we only make these a couple times a year? So creamy and delicious.
I make deviled eggs for family doings. Everyone asks for them. They
are easy to make and are delicious. I’ve never used vinegar so I’m going to try it next time.
I really love deviled eggs, they are so delicious and creamy. The recipe really looks like it is easy to make. I can’t wait to try it out. Thank you for this recipe.
The perfect blend!
I’m happy to have the hints on preparing the eggs. It’s also great to have different recipe variations. Thanks so much.
The only thing I don’t add from this recipe is the sugar. We have 3 diabetics in our family and they do not need added sugar.
I make deviled eggs every Easter. I get several calls from family members reminding me about my deviled eggs.
Loved them…I’ve never added sugar….was yummy
We like deviled eggs throughout the year, but I don’t make them as often because of the increase of the price of eggs. My husband loves sweet pickles in his so I dice them and add them to the mixture. I also add a light sprinkling of cayenne pepper over the top. It looks nice and gives it a little kick. Thank you so very much for sharing all these delicious recipes!
You are so welcome! The price of eggs has definitely been out of control, but hopefully they will go down again soon so you can enjoy these more often!
Deviled eggs just say holidays.
I make these all the time. Always a hit.
loved your recipe , they where yummy .
Oh my goodness these are the perfect deviled eggs for any occasion but never go without deviled eggs like this on Easter. Taste so yummy and they will go quick in any crowd. Love it
This recipe is spot on & delicious. I wonder why the “sugar” as an ingredient.
I would also give it a little crumbled bacon and then a thin slice of a green olive on top.
Thank you much for your recipes.
Of course! We love sharing our recipes with you! The sugar just balances out the other flavors and helps it all come together, you can definitely leave it out if you prefer.
Such a classic Easter recipe!
Always a crowd pleaser! Deviled eggs disappear in the blink of an eye at our family gatherings. Love seeing everyone’s eyes light up when you walk in with these 😀
Right? They are so pretty and always the first to go when served as an appetizer! You can’t eat just one haha
We love deviled eggs and make them often. This is a very dependable recipe and can easily be varied for different tastes. We live to add capers sometimes as well as several of the suggested variations.
I’ve always loved deviled eggs. This recipe is awesome. It was similar to my recipe and this one kicks it up a notch. Yummy 😋
So glad you enjoyed them!
Love deviled eggs.
I have never made deviled eggs but tasted once and it was delicious. Maybe this may be the same or similar recipe and i thought that as i saw the red paprika.
Our family loves these. Thank you for sharing this recipe. I will be adding this to my Easter .enu for a appitizer.
Great recipe for our Easter dinner!y family loves these!
These deviled eggs are so easy and delicious!
Looks good. Love the addition of chives. 😋
This is how I have made deviled eggs for years. I do like to occasionally add finely chopped dill or sweet pickles. Also adding dill weed gives them a great flavor. Another tip I want to try, as my niece swears by it, is to sprinkle a small amount of Old Bay seasoning on the eggs. Hey, Easter is coming and I do believe that will be tried.
Will be making these for Easter.
This is one of my favorites because it reminds me of my sweet Aunt Rita who passed away 2 yrs ago. Deviled eggs were her specialty and this recipe reminds me so much of her. Brings back so wonderful memories !
I love these!
Most people eat deviled eggs around Easter, but I eat them year round! They are that delicious to me! I enjoy finding different recipes to dress them up! You just can’t go wrong having these on your plate!
I make these eggs all the time. I add just a little garlic powder. At Christmas I sprinkle so eggs with paprika and some with dried parsley flakes to give them the festive look.
This recipe looks delicious…making them soon!
Yummy and easy! ♥️
This recipe looks to be delicious! My family loves deviled eggs and they are a good way to use up Easter eggs so they don’t go to waste. Deviled eggs and egg salad are my go-to for Easter week, after the children have eaten their fill of hard-boiled eggs.
I love deviled eggs an really like this recipe
My family loves these I make these to keep in the fridge as a snack breakfast,lunch or dinner.
I have just never been able to get the recipe I wanted for Deviled Eggs. My neighbor always made ones I love for holidays but she just said, “a little bit of this and a little bit of that”. Never worked for me but this sure does!
Deviled Eggs
This is another great recipe for holiday meals. It’s so easy, just takes 10 minutes to cook in the Instant Pot. Best Foods mayo makes this recipe so much better. I use Hellmans mayo, different Brand, but same thing, same company in Kansas. I use Colman’s Hot Mustard to add a little “kick.”
All of the posted Easter Meal recipes are wonderful and make a great table presentation. Thank you.
Great classic recipe! Always enjoyed eating these but crazy enough, had never made them myself until now.
These are absolutely delicious. I haven’t made deviled eggs in years, and I forgot how creamy and easy they are!