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Everyone Loves Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs are an iconic summer staple. Potlucks, picnics, and family meals always feature them. I love deviled eggs, and the “classic” you usually see never gets old. But if there’s one thing I love, it’s a flavor update.

These are three versions I often make. Each is delicious on its own or as served as a trio of different flavors. I love to serve them as appetizers or as part of the meal, and since you can customize the flavors, they can fit perfectly with whatever you’re serving.

Twelve hardboiled eggs sitting on wood board with four of each kind topped with pine nuts, paprika, and cilantro
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Classic hardboiled egg sitting on wood board with different types of eggs sitting in front of and behind with egg filling topped with paprika
Classic deviled eggs version
Hardboiled egg sitting on wood board with green basil pesto filling topped with pine nut
Basil pesto deviled eggs version
Hardboiled eggs sitting on wood board with green filling and topped with cilantro
Guacamole deviled eggs version

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Three Deviled Eggs Recipes

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What's better than one deviled egg recipe? Three deviled eggs recipes! A classic recipe, a basil pesto recipe, and a guacamole version are three of a kind. They can all be made at once or enjoyed separately!
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 12 minutes
Total: 32 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
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Ingredients

For the standard version

  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 3 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

For the basil pesto version

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup basil pesto
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper

For the guacamole version

  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 3 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 2 tbsp minced cilantro
  • 1 serrano pepper minced, seeds removed
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • For each recipe, place eggs in kettle and cover with one inch of water. Place on stove and bring to a simmer. Cover eggs and turn the burner to the lowest setting for 12 minutes.
    6 large eggs, 6 large eggs, 6 large eggs
  • Remove eggs from heat, pour off hot water, and run under cool water for several minutes to stop the cooking. If hard cooking the day before, place eggs in the refrigerator until ready to proceed.
  • Crack each egg's shell by gently tapping on the counter. Under running water, remove the shell.
  • To make deviled eggs, carefully slice eggs in half lengthwise and gently remove the yolk.

For the classic version

  • Mash yolks in a bowl into a paste. Add mayonnaise and sour cream and mix until smooth. Add the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper and mix to combine.
    3 tbsp mayonnaise, 3 tbsp sour cream, 1 tsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tsp Dijon mustard, ½ tsp kosher salt, ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • Spoon or pipe into egg whites. If desired, garnish with smoked paprika.
    ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

For the basil pesto version

  • Mash yolks in a bowl into a paste. Add mayonnaise and sour cream and mix until smooth. Add the lemon juice, basil pesto, salt, and black pepper and mix to combine.
    1 tbsp mayonnaise, 2 tbsp sour cream, 2 tsp fresh lemon juice, ¼ cup basil pesto, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper
  • Spoon or pipe into egg whites. If desired, garnish with pine nuts.

For the guacamole version

  • Mash yolks in a bowl into a paste. Add mayonnaise and sour cream and mix until smooth. Add the avocado, cilantro, serrano pepper, salt, and black pepper and mix to combine.
    2 tbsp mayonnaise, 3 tbsp sour cream, 1 ripe avocado, 2 tbsp minced cilantro, 1 serrano pepper, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper
  • Spoon or pipe into egg whites. If desired, garnish with cilantro leaves.

Video

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Notes

  • Calorific information is listed for the classic deviled eggs version.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving (½ egg)Calories: 66 kcal

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Kaleb Wyse is a New York Times bestselling author behind the popular Wyse Guide website. Living on his fourth-generation Iowa farm, he loves sharing recipes and gardening tips that come from traditions that feel comfortably familiar. His down-to-earth style makes sustainable living and farm life feel like home!

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