Deviled eggs are the perfect appetizer or side dish for family meals, parties, holidays, potlucks, picnics, and more. This simple and classic recipe is a family favorite! It includes easy make-ahead and storage instructions.

Photograph of deviled eggs on a white platter on a marble countertop.

Deviled eggs are a year-round favorite and must for family suppers and holidays in my house. They grace the table at almost every gathering.

They are popular for Easter and other holidays, as well as summer picnics and potlucks. No matter where they are served, they are always a favorite menu item. And it always seems hard to eat just one!

Photograph of hard boiled eggs that are stuffed on a white platter with black background

What are Deviled Eggs?

Deviled Eggs, also called stuffed eggs, are hard-boiled eggs that have been peeled, and halved, the yolks removed and mixed with other ingredients, and then stuffed back into the indention of the egg white.

There are so many ways to make deviled eggs. Some have relish; others add vinegar or mustard. But I make mine the way my grandmother and mother always did. I love that theirs were simple, classic, and perfect anytime. They are delicious served as written or with optional toppings if you’d like. Here are a few favorite topping options you may also enjoy cooked and crumbled bacon, a sprinkle of paprika, a sprig of fresh dill, or a dollop of pepper jelly are delicious.

Closeup photograph of deviled eggs sprinkled with black pepper on a white platter.

How to Make Classic Deviled Eggs

1. Hard Boil Eggs

To make deviled eggs, you’ll start with hard-boiled eggs. There are a few ways to make them.

2. Peel and Chill the Eggs

After you’ve made your boiled eggs with the method you prefer, you’ll peel them. I give some tips for easy peeling with each of those methods.

After you peel them, you will want to chill them for at least an hour to overnight. Place the peeled eggs in a bowl, cover them tightly, and place them in the refrigerator. This is important because they are much easier to slice when cold. I generally do this the night before or even a couple of days before I am going to make my deviled eggs.

3. Slice the Eggs

Slice the cold eggs lengthwise.

4. Prepare the Deviled Egg Filling

Next, remove the yolks from each egg half and place them into a bowl. Place the white halves of the eggs on your egg plate and set aside. Grab a fork and mash the yolks into little crumbles. Stir in the mayonnaise, salt, and pepper until creamy.

Photograph of egg filling of egg yolks, mayonnaise, salt and black pepper.

5. Fill the Egg Whites

Finally, you will grab two spoons for the quickest way to fill your eggs. After you’ve filled the eggs, place them in the refrigerator until serving.

Closeup photograph of stuffed eggs on a white platter on a marble counter.

You can also make more decorative eggs as well. If using this method to fill your eggs, you will need to put your egg yolk mixture back into the refrigerator for at least an hour. Then, spoon the egg mixture into a piping bag and use a decorator tip to pipe the mixture into your egg whites.

Closeup of deviled eggs on a white platter.

How to Serve

I enjoy using my deviled egg plates to serve them. It definitely keeps them from sliding around and makes for a pretty presentation. However, you can also serve them on a large platter. To prevent them from moving on the serving platter, you can place cleaned butter lettuce leaves onto the platter and then place the eggs on top of them for a pretty presentation.

Ways to Serve Deviled Eggs

You can enjoy them with so many other foods and for so many occasions, but here are a few of my favorite foods to partner with them and times to serve them.

How to Make Ahead and Store Deviled Eggs

To Make Ahead: Deviled eggs are the perfect make-ahead dish. While hard-boiled eggs can be kept in their shells for up to a week in the refrigerator, prepared deviled eggs have a shorter storage period. Make the deviled egg filling two days before and store it in a separate container from the egg whites. One day before serving, fill the egg whites with the filling and store them in the refrigerator. Before serving, remove from the refrigerator and top with any optional toppings.

To Store: Store in an airtight container or wrapped with plastic wrap in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Here’s my family recipe for classic deviled eggs. I think you are going to love them!

Classic Deviled Eggs

5 from 5 votes
Deviled eggs make the perfect appetizer or side dish for family meals, parties, showers, and other events. Get this family favorite deviled eggs recipe you are sure to love.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients 

  • 12 eggs, hard boiled
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Prepare the eggs: Chill your hard-boiled eggs for at least an hour to overnight. Slice the eggs in half lengthwise and remove the yolk to a medium bowl. Place the egg whites onto a serving platter or in a container for storing if making in advance.
  • Make the filling: Mash yolks with a fork until the yolks are crumbled. Stir the mayonnaise, salt, and pepper with the egg yolks until well combined.
  • Assemble the deviled eggs: Spoon the egg yolk mixture into the egg white. You can also transfer the egg yolk mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe the egg yolk mixture into the egg white. Top with optional toppings, if desired.
  • Refrigerate and serve: Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

To Make Ahead: Deviled eggs are the perfect make-ahead dish. While hard-boiled eggs can be kept in their shells for up to a week in the refrigerator, prepared deviled eggs have a shorter storage period. Make the deviled egg filling two days before and store it separately from the egg whites. One day before serving, fill the egg whites with the filling and store them in the refrigerator. Before serving, remove the deviled eggs from the refrigerator and top with any optional toppings.
To Store: Store in an airtight container or wrapped with plastic wrap in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Optional Toppings: Serve your classic deviled eggs as written or top from a selection of optional toppings: cooked and crumbled bacon, a sprinkle of paprika, a sprig of fresh dill, or a dollop of pepper jelly are delicious.

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Nutrition

Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 113mg | Potassium: 69mg | Fiber: 0.01g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg

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

Deviled eggs make the perfect appetizer or side dish for family meals, parties, holidays, potlucks, picnics and more. This simple and classic deviled eggs recipe is a family favorite! // addapinch.com

Enjoy!
Robyn xo

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  1. These seem a little plain. I personally don’t eat deviled eggs but my husband adored them. I was raised always adding a little sweet pickle relish and mustard along with mayonnaise, salt & pepper. A little paprika sprinkled on top to give the eggs some color.

    1. Jean, as I state in my post, you can always add relish, mustard, and any garnishment you like on these deviled eggs. I still make them the way my Grandmother and mother always did without any additions.