Description
This Million Dollar Deviled Eggs recipe elevates the classic appetizer with a rich, creamy filling made from hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, melted butter, and a blend of mustards and spices, topped with crispy bacon, paprika, and fresh garnishes. Perfect for parties and gatherings, these deviled eggs are flavorful, easy to prepare, and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs
- 12 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved
Filling
- â…“ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon sweet pickle juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garnishes
- Crumbled bacon
- Paprika (sweet or smoked)
- Sliced sweet pickles
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Cook Eggs: Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low. Cover the saucepan and simmer for 12 minutes to ensure the eggs are fully cooked.
- Cool and Peel: Immediately transfer the cooked eggs to an ice water bath to cool them quickly and stop the cooking process. Once cooled, peel the eggs carefully and cut them in half lengthwise.
- Make Filling: In a bowl, combine the egg yolks (removed from halves), mayonnaise, melted butter, yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, sweet pickle juice, hot sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mash the mixture with a fork or use an electric mixer for a smoother, creamy consistency.
- Fill Eggs: Spoon or pipe the creamy yolk mixture back into the hollowed egg white halves, evenly distributing the filling.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the filled eggs with paprika, crumbled bacon, sliced sweet pickles, and green onions for added flavor and color. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For perfectly cooked eggs, use older eggs that peel easier after boiling.
- Using an electric mixer for the filling creates an extra smooth texture.
- Customize toppings with your favorite herbs or spices for different flavor profiles.
- Refrigerate deviled eggs covered tightly and consume within 2 days for best freshness.
