Martha Stewart’s Creamy Deviled Eggs

This recipe for Martha Stewart’s Creamy Deviled Eggs delivers a perfectly balanced, velvety smooth, and flavorful appetizer. Combining perfectly hard-boiled eggs with a rich, tangy yolk filling and classic garnishes, these deviled eggs are an elegant and essential addition to any gathering, from casual picnics to holiday feasts.

Martha Stewart’s Creamy Deviled Eggs

Ingredients:

For the Eggs:

For Garnish:

Optional Add-Ins:

Instructions:

1. Step 1: Hard-Boil the Eggs Place the 6 large eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover them with cold water by about 1 inch. Bring the water to a full boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, immediately turn off the heat, cover the pan with a lid, and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 9–12 minutes (adjust time based on your preferred yolk firmness; 9 minutes for slightly jammy, 12 minutes for fully firm). Promptly transfer the cooked eggs to an ice bath (a bowl of ice water) or run them under cold running water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, carefully peel the eggs.
2. Step 2: Prepare the Filling Slice each peeled hard-boiled egg in half lengthwise. Gently scoop out the bright yellow yolks into a medium mixing bowl. Set the egg white halves aside on a platter. Mash the yolks thoroughly with a fork until they are finely crumbled. Add the 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon white wine vinegar (or lemon juice), salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the mashed yolks. Mix everything until the filling is smooth and creamy. Taste the mixture and adjust seasonings as needed to suit your preference.
3. Step 3: Fill the Egg Whites For a polished, elegant look, spoon the yolk mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe the filling neatly into the hollowed-out egg white halves. Alternatively, for a more rustic and equally delicious presentation, simply use a small spoon to fill the whites.
4. Step 4: Garnish Dust the tops of the deviled eggs with paprika for color and a subtle smoky flavor (smoked paprika works wonderfully here). Sprinkle with finely chopped fresh chives for a touch of oniony freshness, or add any optional garnishes like crumbled cooked bacon or a tiny dash of hot sauce for extra flair.
5. Step 5: Serve Arrange the finished deviled eggs beautifully on a serving platter. Serve chilled. Deviled eggs are best enjoyed within a few hours of preparation, but can be made up to a day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator.