Deviled Eggs

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These deviled eggs are delicious and always popular at our holiday parties. This recipe adds diced onion and celery to the creamy mayonnaise filling for a little more texture.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
12 deviled egg halves

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 or homemade yellow mustard
  • Vegetables: You’ll need an onion and celery. 
  • Seasonings: These deviled eggs are seasoned with salt and paprika. 

How Long to Boil Eggs for Deviled Eggs

Perfect deviled eggs start with perfectly hard-boiled eggs. We recommend following our top-rated Hard-Boiled Eggs recipe, which takes about 50 minutes from beginning to end. 

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. 

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

“I'm surprised to find myself giving 5 stars to a fairly standard deviled egg recipe, but there is something about the balance of sweet and acid in this that is just right,” according to Jajam

“These are amazing,” raves Love2CookMommy. “Hands down my favorite recipe for deviled eggs. Everyone always asks for the recipe and says they are the best they’ve ever had.”

“My family and I loved this recipe,” says Tracey. “We loved the bit of crunch from the celery and onion.”

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 6 hard-boiled 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-boiled eggs.

    Overhead shot of measured ingredients gathered for deviled eggs

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

    Overhead view of hard boiled eggs cut in half with yolks being scooped out

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  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.

    Overhead closeup of mashed egg yolks in a bowl for deviled eggs

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

    Overhead shot of egg white halves being filled with yolk filling from a piping bag for deviled eggs

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  5. Sprinkle with paprika. Refrigerate eggs until serving.

    close up view of Deviled Eggs garnished with paprika on a platter

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

328 Calories
26g Fat
5g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 328
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g 33%
Saturated Fat 6g 32%
Cholesterol 563mg 188%
Sodium 902mg 39%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 19g 39%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 86mg 7%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 235mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.