How To Make Easy And Flavorful Deviled Eggs

Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Eggs

  • Cut each hard-boiled egg in half lengthwise.
  • Carefully remove the yolks and place them in a medium bowl.
  • Set aside 24 egg white halves for filling.
  • Finely chop the remaining egg whites and set them aside.

2️⃣ Make the Creamy Filling

  • Mash the egg yolks with a fork until smooth.
  • Add:
    • Mayonnaise
    • Sour cream
    • Dijon mustard
    • Lemon juice
    • Black pepper
  • Mix everything until creamy and well combined.

3️⃣ Add Bacon and Cheese

  • Stir in:
    • Chopped egg whites
    • Crumbled bacon
    • Shredded cheddar cheese
    • Chopped chives
  • Mix gently until evenly distributed.

4️⃣ Fill the Egg Whites

  • Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the yolk mixture into each egg white half.
  • You can also pipe the filling using a plastic bag or piping bag for a clean look.

5️⃣ Chill and Serve

  • Cover the deviled eggs and refrigerate them to let the flavors blend.
  • Sprinkle with paprika just before serving if you like extra color and flavor.

Helpful Tips

Easy Filling Trick

Put the yolk mixture into a plastic bag, cut a small corner, and squeeze it into the eggs like a piping bag.

Make Ahead Tip

You can prepare deviled eggs up to 12 hours in advance. Keep them covered in the refrigerator until serving.

Easy Peeling Trick

Hard-boiled eggs peel best when cooled quickly in ice water right after cooking.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

Approximate values per deviled egg half:

  • Calories: ~94
  • Protein: ~5 g
  • Fat: ~8 g
  • Carbohydrates: ~1 g

Why This Recipe Is So Good

  • Bacon adds smoky flavor
  • Cheddar cheese gives richness
  • Sour cream makes the filling extra creamy
  • Lemon juice balances the richness with fresh acidity

Bonus: Quick Hard-Boiled Egg Method

  1. Place eggs in a pot and cover with cold water.
  2. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
  3. Cover and let sit for 12 minutes.
  4. Transfer to ice water and cool before peeling.

Final Tip

Serve these deviled eggs cold with extra bacon bits and chives on top for a professional presentation.