Description
These Million Dollar Deviled Eggs are rich, creamy, and packed with bold flavor. Made with butter, Dijon mustard, and a splash of hot sauce, they’re a luxurious twist on the classic appetizer. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you want to impress guests with a bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
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Essential Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter (salted or unsalted), softened
- 6 hard-cooked eggs, peeled
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco)
- 2 teaspoons pickle brine or olive brine (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Paprika, for garnish (optional)
- Chopped fresh chives, for garnish (optional)
Optional Add-Ons:
- Crumbled bacon
- Sriracha drizzle
- Pickles or sweet relish, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the eggs: Slice hard-cooked eggs in half lengthwise. Remove yolks and place them in a medium bowl. Arrange egg whites on a serving platter.
- Make the filling: Mash the yolks with a fork until crumbly. Add softened butter, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, and optional brine. Mix until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Fill the eggs: Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture into the egg white halves.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with paprika and chopped chives. Add any additional toppings like bacon or pickles if desired.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
Notes
- For ultra-smooth filling, use a food processor to blend the yolk mixture.
- Use a piping bag with a star tip for a decorative finish.
- These deviled eggs can be made up to 1 day in advance. Just keep them covered and chilled until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for boiling eggs)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook (after boiling eggs)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 halves
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
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