Description
Pumpkin Patch Deviled Eggs are a whimsical and delicious twist on the classic appetizer. With their charming pumpkin-like appearance and vibrant color, these festive deviled eggs are perfect for fall gatherings, Halloween parties, or family dinners. Each egg is filled with a creamy mixture of egg yolks, mayonnaise, and mustard, ensuring a flavorful bite that delights the palate. Easy to prepare and customizable to fit your taste, these delightful treats will impress your guests while adding a fun touch to your table. Serve them at your next get-together and watch them disappear!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (plus more for garnish)
- Optional: Dash of orange food coloring
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil eggs: Place eggs in a saucepan covered with cold water. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes.
- Ice bath: Transfer eggs to an ice bath for 5 minutes to cool completely.
- Peel eggs: Tap shells gently and peel under running water for easy removal.
- Prepare filling: Halve the eggs lengthwise and scoop out yolks into a bowl. Mix yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, salt, pepper, paprika, and orange food coloring until smooth.
- Pipe filling: Use a piping bag fitted with a star tip to fill egg whites with the yolk mixture.
- Garnish: Create ridges using a knife or toothpick; insert chive pieces as 'stems' and dust with paprika.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 deviled egg half (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg