Description
Classic deviled eggs made with creamy mayonnaise, tangy mustard, and a hint of sweetness from sugar, mixed with crisp onion and celery for texture. Garnished with paprika, this easy and elegant appetizer is perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs
- 6 hard-boiled eggs
Filling
- 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
Garnish
- 1 pinch paprika, or to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Eggs: Gather all ingredients and peel the hard-boiled eggs carefully.
- Halve and Remove Yolks: Slice each egg in half lengthwise, gently removing the yolks and setting the whites aside.
- Make Filling: Mash the yolks with a fork in a small bowl. Add mayonnaise, white sugar, white vinegar, prepared mustard, finely chopped onion, and finely chopped celery. Mix thoroughly and season with salt to taste.
- Fill Egg Whites: Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the hollowed egg white halves evenly.
- Garnish and Chill: Sprinkle the filled eggs with a pinch of paprika for color and flavor. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For best results, use eggs that are at least a week old for easier peeling.
- Adjust sugar and salt according to your taste preference.
- You can substitute finely chopped pickles or relish for onion and celery for a different flavor.
- Use a piping bag with a star tip for a decorative filling presentation.
- Refrigerate deviled eggs for up to 2 days but best enjoyed within the same day for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for boiling eggs)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 deviled egg halves
- Calories: 328
- Sugar: 1.5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: deviled eggs, appetizer, party snack, easter recipe, classic deviled eggs, egg appetizers
