Best Deviled Egg Recipe| It's a Spread! (2024)

I just love deviled eggs! I look forward to them each Easter. However, I never knew how much I would get addicted to this egg spread.

Best Deviled Egg Recipe| It's a Spread! (2)It’s wonderful with any type of cracker. I enjoyed it the other day with gluten-free crisps. I am snagging this recipe and photo from The Cutting Edge of Ordinary. You must go check out her beautiful blog. She has wonderful recipes and photos. You will be blessed. I love deviled eggs and never thought of making just the filling as a spread. The recipe originated from Katie Lee in a Food & Wine 2009magazine. I tweaked it a bit to meet our family’s need.

Click here for perfect hard-boiled eggs every time.

How to Make the Best Deviled Eggs Recipe Spread

Ingredients

  • 1 dozen large eggs, hard-boiled
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup of sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • Salt & pepper
  • Paprika for dusting

Directions

  1. Shell the eggs and half them lengthwise.
  2. Coarsely chop half the egg whites and transfer them to a large bowl.Best Deviled Egg Recipe| It's a Spread! (3)
  3. Add the remaining white and all of the yolks to a another bowlwith the mayo, sour cream and mustard. Blenduntil smooth.
  4. Scrape the mixture into a bowl and blend with the chopped egg whites. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

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43 Comments

  1. Best Deviled Egg Recipe| It's a Spread! (15)

    Kelli 02/04/2012 at 9:15 pm - Reply

    Thank you for sharing! I love deviled eggs! Can’t wait to try it!

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    Lisa@The Cutting Edge of Ordinary 03/04/2012 at 4:40 am - Reply

    Yeah! So glad you liked the recipe and posted it!
    Hopefully we’ll inspire a bunch of households to make this yummy spread for Easter!

    Enjoy your day and have a blessed Easter!

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    Sami 27/03/2015 at 4:31 pm - Reply

    AKA Egg Salad!

    • Best Deviled Egg Recipe| It's a Spread! (18)

      Lisa@The Cutting Edge of Ordinary 02/04/2015 at 11:14 am - Reply

      Kind of like egg salad but not quite. It’s much smoother than egg salad.

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        Cook 04/04/2015 at 10:49 am - Reply

        What is the vinegar for?

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    Carien 05/04/2015 at 9:27 am - Reply

    Where does the vinegar come in??

  5. Best Deviled Egg Recipe| It's a Spread! (21)

    Alicia Boland 27/08/2015 at 7:04 am - Reply

    The vinegar is added to the water that you boil the eggs in. It makes it easier to peel the eggs when cool.

    • Best Deviled Egg Recipe| It's a Spread! (22)

      Stephanie Lashbrook 01/03/2018 at 3:27 am - Reply

      Where has that tip been all my life!!

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    Mary 08/04/2017 at 2:25 pm - Reply

    Looks yummy. My family decided years ago in our day and age the “devil” already gets to much attention so we decided to call them “angel eggs”.

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    Sandy Klocinski 18/02/2018 at 12:22 pm - Reply

    Thanks for sharing! Have a great day.

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    Vickie 19/02/2018 at 2:21 pm - Reply

    We love deviled eggs.
    And a southern tradition to have at all gatherings..holidays..a must.

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    kathy Persons 20/02/2018 at 5:35 am - Reply

    Adding the vinegar is an interesting ingredient

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    Dana Rodriguez 20/02/2018 at 1:30 pm - Reply

    This looks so good!

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    Calvin 20/02/2018 at 6:13 pm - Reply

    I love eggs, this is a nice recipe

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    Dana Rodriguez 21/02/2018 at 2:54 pm - Reply

    I love deviled eggs so I need to make this!

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    Dana Rodriguez 22/02/2018 at 3:00 pm - Reply

    I had to pin this. Thanks for the recipe!

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    Margot C 23/02/2018 at 12:59 am - Reply

    I make this, but I use powdered mustard.

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    Christina 24/02/2018 at 11:36 am - Reply

    Not a fan of hard boiled eggs but my husband loves them.

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    Nancy Frazier 24/02/2018 at 11:51 am - Reply

    Can’t wait to try this

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    kellie 24/02/2018 at 12:08 pm - Reply

    thanks for sharing! i’m going to have to give this a try

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    Victoria 24/02/2018 at 12:12 pm - Reply

    Looks interesting! Thanks!

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    Rita Spratlen 24/02/2018 at 12:48 pm - Reply

    I haven’t made these in a long time!! The mustard sounds great!

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    Amy 24/02/2018 at 2:31 pm - Reply

    Deviled eggs are my favorite!

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    Julie 24/02/2018 at 3:11 pm - Reply

    I will have to try this. I love egg salad, but this looks like a tasty alternative.

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    Toni 24/02/2018 at 10:34 pm - Reply

    Delish! My family loved this! Thank you!

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    Margot C 25/02/2018 at 12:53 am - Reply

    I love having a little cup of egg salad in my lunch and I never, ever buy store-bought stuff!

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    Judy Trevino 25/02/2018 at 7:41 pm - Reply

    Yum! Can’t wait to try!

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    Jackie S 02/03/2018 at 12:54 pm - Reply

    I have never heard of putting vinegar in eggs when boiling. Great idea. I love egg salad. Can’t wait to try the vinegar trick

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    Alicia Gracey 02/03/2018 at 2:09 pm - Reply

    This recipe sounds amazing! I can’t wait to try it!

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    Sandy Klocinski 10/03/2018 at 7:06 am - Reply

    Thanks for sharing! So glad you posted this. Great for holidays

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    Debbie Welchert 10/03/2018 at 4:24 pm - Reply

    I’m not a big deviled egg eater but my family loves them. My husband could eat them every day. This is a recipe I know that wouldn’t last long around here. I really like how simple this recipe is and that I already have all the ingredients on hand. This would be a wonderful surprise for my husband.

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    Laurie McClure 12/03/2018 at 7:43 pm - Reply

    Cant wait to try this!

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    Becky Dempsey 15/03/2018 at 9:15 am - Reply

    That sounds amazing! Never thought to make it into a spread.

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    Rebecca W 15/03/2018 at 6:35 pm - Reply

    Deviled eggs are one of those fun and delicious food to eat in the Spring. They are so good.

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    Stephanie H. 16/03/2018 at 12:05 pm - Reply

    Since my family and I love eggs, I will have to try this yummy recipe. Thanks for sharing the recipe and the tip about adding vinegar to boil the eggs for easier peeling.

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    VP 16/03/2018 at 7:25 pm - Reply

    Thank you for the vinegar tip! Just can’t wait to try this, we love deviled eggs!

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    Terry 17/03/2018 at 1:53 am - Reply

    I love deviled eggs so this spread is right up my alley. I never thought about using sour cream in deviled egg recipe.

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    Joan Kubes 18/03/2018 at 10:50 am - Reply

    This looks yummy! I’ve never thought of making a deviled eggs spread before.

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    alice Minx 18/03/2018 at 5:48 pm - Reply

    I’m not a huge egg fan, but these look good

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    Terry 18/03/2018 at 8:18 pm - Reply

    What an awesome recipe. I made this today and love the added flavor from the traditional deviled eggs I make.

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    Donna porter 18/03/2018 at 8:52 pm - Reply

    My family loves deviled eggs but this is a different recipe. I will make this for Easter!

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    Alma 18/03/2018 at 9:11 pm - Reply

    Looks so delicious. I can’t wait to try this recipe.

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FAQs

Is it better to make deviled eggs day before or day of? ›

Prep deviled eggs too far in advance, and you'll have dried out filling and stinky boiled egg whites. For the best results, prep your deviled eggs up to two days in advance and keep the egg whites and filling separate until you're ready to serve. This prepping method also applies if you're not even leaving the house.

How do you make deviled eggs creamy and not lumpy? ›

How do you make deviled eggs creamy, not lumpy? Get out your food processor: If you mix the yolks in your food processor with the mayonnaise and mustard, it will make the filling light and fully emulsified, like a mousse.

Is there a substitute for mayonnaise in deviled eggs? ›

Richer than Greek yogurt, but still nice and thick, sour cream is another good mayonnaise alternative in deviled egg filling. As with Greek yogurt, opt for full-fat sour cream and add mustard gradually to avoid making the filling too tangy.

What is deviled egg filling made of? ›

Deviled eggs are hard boiled eggs where the yolk is mixed with mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper. The little sprinkle of paprika on top is the perfect finishing touch.

How many deviled eggs per person? ›

How many deviled eggs do you need per person? Plan 2 to 3 deviled eggs per person for your get-together. A dozen eggs will make 24 deviled eggs, and that will be enough for 8 to 12 people. If you have leftovers you can store them in the fridge for 24 hours and snack on them the next day.

Should you refrigerate boiled eggs before making deviled eggs? ›

If you are responsible for bringing deviled eggs, you can give yourself a head start with these tips: Boil the eggs up to 48 hours in advance. Peel, cut in half, and remove yolks. Place egg whites on tray, cover with plastic wrap, and store in fridge.

Why is vinegar added to deviled eggs? ›

Why is vinegar added to deviled eggs? Deviled eggs are a naturally rich, decadent food so adding something acidic such as vinegar or lemon juice in the mixture can brighten the flavors and keep them from tasting too rich. It's not necessary, but it does add a layer of complexity and contrast to the creamy filling.

How does Martha Stewart make her deviled eggs? ›

Directions
  1. Prep ice bath and cook eggs: Prepare an ice bath with a bowl of cold water and ice. ...
  2. Remove eggs from heat and let stand: ...
  3. Drain, move to ice bath, then peel and halve: ...
  4. Combine yolks, mayo, butter, and mustard in food processor: ...
  5. Place mixture in piping bag: ...
  6. Fill each egg, garnish, and serve:
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What happens if you put too much mayo in deviled eggs? ›

Going overboard with the mayo.

But when you're heavy-handed with this ingredient, not only will it overpower the taste of the filling, but it can also make for a loose, runny filling that's tough to pipe into the egg white.

What to use instead of mustard in deviled eggs? ›

This recipe for Deviled Eggs Without Mustard tastes just like classic deviled eggs but with apple cider vinegar in place of dijon mustard. They're a creamy, delicious appetizer everyone should try!

How much mayonnaise equals one egg in a recipe? ›

Eggs are a key ingredient in mayonnaise, so it makes sense that it can be a perfect substitute when you're out of eggs. Use 3 tablespoons of mayo as an egg substitute.

What are deviled eggs called in the South? ›

At church functions in parts of the Southern and Midwestern United States, the terms "stuffed eggs", "salad eggs", and "dressed eggs" occur instead, to avoid reference to the word "devil". For this reason, the term "angel eggs" is also occasionally used.

What is a true deviled egg? ›

Deviled eggs are hard-boiled eggs that have been peeled, cut in half, then stuffed with a paste made from the yolk and other ingredients. Basic deviled egg filling is made with egg yolks, mayonnaise, relish, mustard, salt, and pepper. The eggs are often seasoned with spices like paprika or cayenne pepper.

What causes deviled eggs to get watery? ›

While proper cooking techniques are the first step to avoiding weeping, experimenting with certain deviled egg ingredients, unfortunately, can result in a watery, sloppy appearance on the plate. Ingredients with a high water content, like tomatoes or cucumbers, can help create this wet scenario.

Do deviled eggs taste good the next day? ›

As long as you store them in the fridge, you can eat refrigerated deviled eggs (or any cooked egg dish) within four days, according to the USDA, but you should aim to eat them within two days for optimal freshness. Once you take them out of the fridge, you should serve them within two hours.

Can you prep eggs the night before? ›

You can prepare eggs in advance to eat throughout the week. Eggs can last for several days in the fridge or for several months when frozen. There's a huge variety of egg-based dishes to choose from, and many of them can be meal prepped.

Can I peel hard-boiled eggs the night before? ›

It depends on whether they're peeled or unpeeled. With their shells on, hard-boiled eggs will stay good in the fridge for up to a week. Once you peel them, though, their shelf-life decreases to about three days (at the most).

How to keep deviled eggs from getting watery? ›

Luckily there is a handy trick to achieving the perfect filling consistency, aside from your egg cooking technique. And it's easy to do. To help absorb excess liquid, fold some potato flakes into the yolk mixture. A few spoonfuls of the dried flakes add starch and richness to the yolk mixture.

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