Million Dollar Deviled Eggs

Up-level a classic appetizer with my Million Dollar Deviled Eggs recipe. Your family and friends will come back for more! With a secret ingredient (or two), you’ll create irresistible finger food that’s melt-in-your-mouth delicious!

No matter the season, deviled eggs are a staple on every appetizer table. Packed with protein, eggs can also serve as a hearty side dish for BBQs or elegant parties. During springtime and Easter, they’re perfect for a celebratory brunch. And, of course, keeping deviled eggs on hand in the fridge makes them a healthy go-to snack.

I enhanced the flavor of the creamy filling. For this recipe, I used two styles of mustard and a touch of butter for an ultra-creamy texture. Other seasonings make this a savory twist on a classic recipe. I added bacon crumbles to the top of each deviled egg and mini pickle to elevate them to million-dollar status!

Ingredients Needed

Eggs: This recipe calls for six large, hard-boiled and peeled eggs, which, once halved, will yield a dozen deviled eggs.
Salted Butter: This is my secret ingredient! It will add a creaminess to the egg yolk filling.
Mayonnaise: Use your favorite mayonnaise. You can also substitute plain yogurt.
Dijon Mustard and Yellow Mustard add a little spicy kick to the mix.
Pickle Juice: Another secret ingredient adds tanginess to the filling.
Sugar: This will add a touch of sweetness to the filling. This is an optional secret ingredient!
Hot Sauce: This will add spicy heat to the filling.
Pepper: Seasoning. Add to taste.
Garnishes: A sprinkle of paprika, crumbled bacon, and chopped mini pickles.

How To Make Million Dollar Deviled Eggs

Make the hard-boiled eggs and peel them.
Whisk together the mayonnaise, butter, yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, sugar, and hot sauce in a bowl.
Slice the hard-boiled eggs in half. Scoop the yolks into the bowl with the sauce.
Whisk everything together until smooth.
Place the yolk mixture in a Ziploc bag. Snip off the end of the bag. Pipe the mixture into the whites of the eggs.
Sprinkle the tops with paprika. Before serving, garnish each one with a slice of pickle and bacon.

My Favorite Method For Making Hard-Boiled Eggs

I like to use the traditional stovetop method. Add the eggs to the bottom of a medium-large pot and cover them with cold water. Be sure to fill the pot at least an inch and a half above the eggs.

Place them on the stove over high heat and bring uncovered to a boil. Once boiling, remove them from the heat. Let them sit in the hot water for approximately 15 minutes. This ensures that the egg yolks are fully cooked.

After 15 minutes, drain the water off. Run cold water over the eggs until they are cooled off. Once cool, handle the eggs and peel them. Alternatively, you can also place the eggs in a bowl of ice water to cool them completely.

Topping Ideas

You can add countless toppings to deviled eggs. The right toppings give them a tasty twist. They also make them visually drool-worthy. This recipe calls for bacon crumbles and sliced mini pickles. Here are a few other ideas.

• Add a sprig of fresh dill, chopped chives, or sliced green onion to the top.
• To add some heat, top each with a slice of Jalapeño. You can also sprinkle them with ground spices such as cayenne pepper or smoked paprika.
• Add blue cheese or feta crumbles to the top
• Add cooked shrimp, smoked salmon, prosciutto, or chopped ham to the top
• Add chopped olives (green or black), capers, or chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the top

What Can I Do With Leftovers?

Keep in the fridge for snacks, or mash up the leftovers for a delicious egg salad sandwich.

Can I Make These Deviled Eggs Ahead Of Time?

Yes. You can hard-boil the eggs ahead of time. Please keep them in the fridge until you’re ready to assemble them. You can also completely make and assemble the deviled eggs. Either way, they’ll keep it in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

Storage

Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for fully assembled deviled eggs.

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