Cook eggs:
Place eggs in a medium saucepan; add cold water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil. Remove pan from heat; cover, and let stand 13 minutes. Drain, and run eggs under cold water to cool them.
Combine other ingredients:
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, shallot, and hot sauce.
Peel eggs, halve; remove and mash yolks:
Peel eggs, and halve lengthwise; remove yolks, leaving whites intact. Transfer yolks to bowl with mayonnaise mixture, and season with salt and pepper. Mash with a fork until smooth.
Place yolk mixture in whites and garnish:
Mound yolk mixture into whites. Sprinkle with paprika just before serving,.
Storage
Serve the creamy deviled eggs immediately. We think deviled eggs are best eaten within an hour of assembling. If you have leftovers, use them for egg salad the next day.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make deviled eggs creamy, not lumpy?
Get out your food processor: If you mix the yolks in your food processor with the mayonnaise and mustard, it will make the filling light and fully emulsified, like a mousse.If you don't have a food processor, fully mash the yolks with a fork before adding other ingredients for smooth results.
Is it better to boil eggs for deviled eggs a day before?
Boiling the eggs a day ahead is the best way get some of the prep done for deviled eggs. We also peel the eggs and make the filling. Then, we refrigerate the filling and the whites separately, with plastic wrap pressed onto the surface of the filling, and assemble them just prior to serving.
Why do you put vinegar in deviled eggs?
A light-colored vinegar, like the white-wine vinegar we use in these creamy deviled eggs, brings a touch of acidity to the filling and balances the richness of the yolks and the mayonnaise.
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FAQs
At a minimum, you'll need to allow for 20 to 25 minutes of chill time before serving. You can make deviled eggs up to 2 days in advance; be sure to store the egg whites and the yolk filling separately.
How long can deviled eggs sit out at a party? ›
Deviled eggs can stay out at room temperature for 2 hours, and that period applies to preparation, serving, and leftovers. After 2 hours, perishable foods—like deviled eggs—enter what the USDA calls the "Danger Zone," in which conditions are more favorable for harmful bacteria to form.
How do you serve deviled eggs at a party? ›
You can use any glass or metal pan or large ceramic platter. Line the bottom with large lettuce leaves and place the deviled eggs on top. The glass or metal pan might work better, because you can then cover them with a tight sheet of plastic wrap without the plastic wrap touching the eggs.
How do you make deviled eggs creamy and not lumpy? ›
How do you make deviled eggs creamy, not lumpy? Get out your food processor: If you mix the yolks in your food processor with the mayonnaise and mustard, it will make the filling light and fully emulsified, like a mousse.
What is the best way to store deviled eggs overnight? ›
When it's time to serve, snip off a corner of the bag and pipe the filling into the egg whites. If you'd rather fully assemble the deviled eggs in advance, be sure to store them in a single layer in an airtight container, and hold off on garnishing them until right before serving time.
Is it okay to leave deviled eggs in the fridge overnight? ›
Once prepared, deviled eggs should be stored in the refrigerator immediately. They should be consumed within three to four days, which is generally considered the maximum amount of time deviled eggs remain safe to eat when stored in the refrigerator.
How to keep deviled eggs from getting watery? ›
Luckily there is a handy trick to achieving the perfect filling consistency, aside from your egg cooking technique. And it's easy to do. To help absorb excess liquid, fold some potato flakes into the yolk mixture. A few spoonfuls of the dried flakes add starch and richness to the yolk mixture.
Should eggs be room temperature before boiling for deviled eggs? ›
When you peel away the shell, the egg is likely to be rubbery and tough. The bottom line? Don't tempt fate. Bring your eggs to room temperature before you boil them.
How many deviled eggs per person? ›
How many deviled eggs do you need per person? Plan 2 to 3 deviled eggs per person for your get-together. A dozen eggs will make 24 deviled eggs, and that will be enough for 8 to 12 people. If you have leftovers you can store them in the fridge for 24 hours and snack on them the next day.
How do you keep deviled eggs cold at a party? ›
A platter of deviled eggs is best served chilled, and to keep the eggs cold, it's easiest to put the plate on a bowl of ice. There's even a way to make this setup more photogenic.
Well, deviled egg trays aren't just for deviled (or soft-boiled) eggs. The little oval depressions are perfect for holding any small, roundish finger foods that could benefit from some stability or separation on the platter. I've used mine for stuffed dates, stuffed mushrooms, and meatballs.
What are church lady deviled eggs? ›
Disney Springs' Chef Art Smith's Homecoming Church Lady Deviled Eggs are a Southern-inspired delight, boasting creamy yolks blended with tangy mustard, mayo, and a sprinkle of paprika, offering a nostalgic and flavorful twist on a classic appetizer.
Can you put too much mayo in deviled eggs? ›
But when you're heavy-handed with this ingredient, not only will it overpower the taste of the filling, but it can also make for a loose, runny filling that's tough to pipe into the egg white. Follow this tip: Having just the right amount of mayonnaise in the filling makes for good flavor and good texture.
Is it better to make deviled eggs when they are warm or cold? ›
Cooling the eggs completely helps with easy peel eggs. For stubborn shells, crack the cooled egg, submerge it in ice water for 5 minutes, and then peel. The water sneaks underneath the shell and makes it easier to peel. Once your eggs are cooked, making deviled eggs is easy!
Is it oK to make eggs the night before? ›
You can prepare eggs in advance to eat throughout the week. Eggs can last for several days in the fridge or for several months when frozen. There's a huge variety of egg-based dishes to choose from, and many of them can be meal prepped.
Can I peel hard-boiled eggs the night before? ›
It depends on whether they're peeled or unpeeled. With their shells on, hard-boiled eggs will stay good in the fridge for up to a week. Once you peel them, though, their shelf-life decreases to about three days (at the most).
Should eggs be cooled before making deviled eggs? ›
Follow this tip: The fastest and easiest way to cool the cooked eggs is by plunging them into an ice bath for a few minutes right after they come off the stove or out of the Instant Pot. In addition to making the deviled eggs easier to prepare and assemble, this step also makes for easier-to-peel hard-boiled eggs.
