Jalapeño Popper Deviled Eggs
These Jalapeño Popper Deviled Eggs are the perfect combination of creamy, spicy, and savory flavors! A great appetizer for parties, family gatherings, or any occasion where you want to impress. With a hint of heat from the jalapeños and a creamy filling, these eggs are a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for boiling the eggs)
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 deviled eggs (serves 6) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling, Mixing, Piping
- Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1–2 jalapeños, finely chopped (adjust for heat preference)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: sliced jalapeños, paprika, or fresh parsley
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs:
- Place the eggs in a medium saucepan and cover them with water.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath and let them cool for 10–15 minutes.
- Peel and Halve the Eggs:
- Once the eggs are cooled, peel them carefully.
- Slice each egg in half lengthwise and remove the yolks, placing them in a mixing bowl. Set the egg whites aside on a serving platter.
- Make the Filling:
- Mash the yolks with a fork until crumbly.
- Add mayonnaise, cream cheese, Dijon mustard, and white vinegar to the yolks. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the finely chopped jalapeños and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Fill the Egg Whites:
- Transfer the filling mixture to a piping bag or use a spoon to fill the egg white halves generously.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Top each deviled egg with a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese or a slice of fresh jalapeño for added spice.
- Sprinkle with paprika or fresh parsley for an extra touch of color.
Notes
- Adjust the number of jalapeños based on your heat preference.
- For a creamier filling, you can add more cream cheese or mayonnaise.
- Garnish with additional cheese or fresh herbs for an extra pop of color and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 deviled egg
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
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