Description
Take your classic deviled eggs to the next level with a sweet and spicy twist from pepper jelly. This elevated appetizer is sure to be a hit at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large eggs
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp pepper jelly (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika (plus extra for garnish)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: finely chopped chives or fresh herbs
Instructions
Cook the Eggs:
- Place the eggs in a large pot and cover with cold water.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the eggs to an ice bath and let them cool completely before peeling.
Prepare the Filling:
- Slice each peeled egg in half lengthwise.
- Carefully scoop out the yolks and place them in a mixing bowl.
Mix the Yolk Filling:
- Mash the yolks with a fork until smooth.
- Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pepper jelly, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until creamy and fully combined.
Assemble the Deviled Eggs:
- Fill the hollowed egg whites with the yolk mixture using a spoon or a piping bag for a neat presentation.
Garnish:
- Add a small dollop of pepper jelly on top of each filled egg.
- Sprinkle with smoked paprika and garnish with chives or fresh herbs, if desired.
Serve:
- Arrange the deviled eggs on a serving platter.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- For easier peeling, use slightly older eggs and allow them to cool thoroughly in the ice bath.
- Adjust the amount of pepper jelly for desired sweetness and heat.
- These deviled eggs can be made up to a day in advance; store them covered in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 deviled egg
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Deviled eggs, sweet and spicy, pepper jelly, appetizers, party snacks, holiday recipes