Deviled Egg Recipes You Need to Try

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Diana Rattray
Southern-cuisine expert and cookbook author Diana Rattray has created more than 5,000 recipes articles in her 20 years as a food writer.
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Diana Rattray
Updated 09/17/20
deviled eggs with dill
Diana Rattray

Deviled eggs are one of America's best-loved snacks. Take a tray full of deviled eggs to a party and watch it quickly disappear. You don't need a special occasion or party to enjoy deviled eggs. Add them to a meal, make them for a weekend snack or ​game day gathering, for a spring brunch, or with a summer picnic.

Even if you don't have a specialty egg platter with wells for the eggs, you can still make a special presentation. Line a large platter with kale or lettuce leaves. Arrange the filled deviled eggs among the greens. Aside from being attractive, the greens keep them from rolling and sliding. For extra color, add some large ripe olives and grape tomatoes to the platter.

For the very best deviled eggs, start with eggs that are fairly close to their expiration date. If eggs are too fresh, they can be difficult to peel cleanly, and you want all of your eggs to be perfect!

  • 01 of 10

    Classic Deviled Eggs

    Classic Deviled Eggs

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    The filling for these simple, classic deviled eggs is the perfect combination of mayonnaise, seasoned salt, and a touch of prepared mustard. Use a Creole seasoning blend in place of the seasoned salt for a little extra zing.

    Garnish the eggs with paprika and some pickle or olive slices.

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    Easter Deviled Egg Chicks

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    Leah Maroney

    These fun deviled egg chicks are perfect for spring and Easter celebrations. Bits of carrot and peppercorns form the eyes and beaks of the little chicks. The kids will love these!

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    Dilly Deviled Eggs

    Deviled Eggs with Dill
    Diana Rattray

    These delicious dilly deviled eggs contain a dill trifecta: chopped dill pickle, dried dill, and dill pickle juice. Some mayonnaise and a little mustard bring the filling together perfectly. 

    Top these eggs with some sweet paprika or a little more dillweed.

  • 04 of 10

    Guacamole Deviled Eggs

    Guacamole deviled eggs on a platter

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    These guacamole deviled eggs have no mayonnaise and get their creaminess from mashed avocado. What a fun canapé this would make for Cinco de Mayo or any South of the Border-themed party.

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    Deviled Eggs With Mayonnaise and Mustard

    Deviled Eggs with Bacon
    Diana Rattray

    These everyday deviled eggs contain a mixture of yellow mustard, relish, and mayonnaise. Arrange the deviled eggs on a bed of kale or curly lettuce and add grape tomatoes and olives for snacking.

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    Horseradish Deviled Eggs

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    John Mitzewich

    Horseradish adds heat and flavor to these zesty deviled eggs. A dash of hot sauce and a bit of Dijon mustard add to the flavor. Top these snacks off with some chopped chives or a sprinkling of sweet or smoked paprika.

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    Deviled Egg Eyeballs

    Deviled egg eyeballs

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    These Halloween deviled eggs will be a big hit with your friends and family. The googly-eyed eggs sport a ghoulish green filling for the eyeballs with strips of pimento for the bloodshot whites.

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    Easy Dijon Deviled Eggs

    Dijon Deviled Eggs
    Diana Rattray

    Dijon deviled eggs are always a hit, and they're super easy to prepare with seasoned mayonnaise and Dijon mustard filling. Garnish them with sliced green onion tops and parsley or sprinkle with sweet paprika.

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  • 09 of 10

    Creamy Deviled Eggs With Cream Cheese

    deviled eggs with cream cheese
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    Cream cheese adds richness and creamy texture to these deviled eggs. A dash of Dijon mustard and vinegar add the tanginess. Your guests will love these yummy deviled eggs!

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    Spanish-Style Deviled Eggs

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    Tomato sauce adds zesty Spanish flavor to the filling in these Spanish deviled eggs, and they look particularly "devilish" with the red color of the yolk mixture. Finish them off with some chopped fresh chives and sliced cherry tomatoes.