Assortment of Deviled Eggs and Pumpkins
Festive deviled eggs resembling pumpkins, perfect for Halloween and fall gatherings. These treats are easy to make and customizable to suit various tastes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika (or smoked paprika)
- Fresh chives or green onion, cut into small pieces
- Optional: a few drops of yellow food coloring
Instructions
- Hard-Boil the eggs by placing them in a pot and covering with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Turn off heat, cover, and let sit for 10-12 minutes.
- Cool and peel the eggs by transferring them to an ice bath, cooling for about 5 minutes, then peeling under cold running water.
- Prepare the filling by slicing the eggs in half, removing yolks, and combining them with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Shape the mixture into pumpkins by filling the egg whites and creating ridges with a fork.
- Add the finishing touches by sprinkling paprika and inserting chives as stems.
- Serve and enjoy your fall-inspired treat!
Notes
Cool eggs quickly after boiling for best peeling results. Taste the filling and adjust seasonings as needed.