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Ultimate Million Dollar Deviled Eggs

Ultimate Million Dollar Deviled Eggs: Indulgent Party Perfection

Indulge in the Ultimate Million Dollar Deviled Eggs, a crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring creamy yolk filling and smoky bacon.
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Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Keyword: appetizer, Brunch, deviled eggs, Easy recipe, Make Ahead, party food
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 17 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 47 minutes
Servings: 12 eggs
Calories: 120kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or piping bag

Ingredients

For the Filling

  • 12 large eggs Choose fresh eggs for easier peeling.
  • 0.25 cup mayo Full-fat mayonnaise works best.
  • 1 Tablespoon butter Opt for unsalted for better control over seasoning.
  • 2 teaspoons yellow mustard Offers a classic tangy flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard Adds a sophisticated kick.
  • 2 teaspoons sweet gherkin pickle juice Brings sweetness and zing.
  • 1 teaspoon sugar Balances the tangy flavors.
  • 0.125 teaspoon salt Adjust according to preference.
  • 0.125 teaspoon pepper Freshly ground adds flavor.
  • 1 dash Tabasco sauce Optional spicy kick.
  • Paprika Used for garnish.
  • Bacon pieces Optional for added crunch.

For Garnishing

  • Fresh herbs Chives or parsley for flavor.
  • Additional pickles Provide extra crunch.

Instructions

How to Make

  • Boil the Eggs: Gently place the eggs in a saucepan, cover them with water, and bring to a rolling boil.
  • Let Them Rest: Cover the pan and remove it from heat. Allow the eggs to sit for about 17 minutes.
  • Ice Bath: Transfer the eggs to an ice bath. Let them cool for around 5-10 minutes.
  • Peel and Prepare: Peel the eggs under running water, slice them in half, and separate the yolks.
  • Mix the Filling: Mash the yolks with mayo, butter, yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, sugar, salt, pepper, and Tabasco.
  • Assemble the Deviled Eggs: Fill the egg white halves with the yolk mixture and garnish with paprika and bacon pieces.

Notes

Refrigerate the filled deviled eggs for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1egg | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 186mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 60mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg