Description
This adorable Halloween Deviled Eggs recipe transforms classic deviled eggs into festive spooky treats perfect for Halloween parties. Creamy yolk filling flavored with spicy brown deli mustard and sour cream pairs beautifully with vibrant red bell pepper wings and horns for a fun devilish look. Easy to prepare and sure to be a crowd-pleaser, these deviled eggs add a creative twist to a beloved appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs
- 6 large eggs
Filling
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1½ tsp spicy brown deli mustard
- 1 tsp sour cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
Decorations
- 1 large red bell pepper
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs: Place 6 large eggs in a pot and cover with cool water just enough to submerge them. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 20 minutes. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of cold water and let them cool for 5-10 minutes to stop the cooking process and make peeling easier.
- Peel the Eggs: Tap the eggs gently around the center to crack the shell and carefully peel to avoid dents or tears, ensuring the eggs remain pristine.
- Slice and Prepare Egg Halves: Slice the eggs horizontally through the center to create sturdier halves. Carefully remove the yolks, which should slide out easily, and set the whites aside.
- Level the Egg Whites: Slice a tiny bit off the bottom of each egg white half so they sit flat and stable on the serving plate without sliding.
- Prepare the Filling: Push the yolks through a mesh strainer to break them up and create a smooth texture. In a small bowl, combine the strained yolks with 1 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp sour cream, 1½ tsp spicy brown deli mustard, and salt and pepper to taste. Adjust consistency by adding more mayo, sour cream, or mustard if needed for a creamy texture similar to hummus. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate while preparing decorations.
- Make the Wings: Slice the sides off a large red bell pepper to get two large flat pieces. Carefully remove the white webbed membrane without cutting too deeply. Flip the pepper pieces over and gently press them flat. Using a very sharp knife or X-acto knife, cut the edges upward and downward, then create little triangular cuts on the bottom of the wings, connecting bottom to top slices to shape them properly.
- Cut the Horns: From the remaining pepper, slice small horn shapes carefully for decoration.
- Assemble the Deviled Eggs: Remove the filling from the refrigerator. Pipe the yolk mixture neatly into the egg white halves, then gently place the pepper wings and horns on top and sides of the filling to create adorable Halloween-themed deviled eggs.
Notes
- Boiling the eggs for 20 minutes ensures fully hard-boiled centers perfect for deviled eggs.
- Peeling eggs under cold water can help remove shells more easily.
- Using a mesh strainer for the yolks creates a smooth, creamy filling without lumps.
- The red bell pepper adds a crunchy texture and bright color contrast for decoration.
- Store assembled deviled eggs covered in the refrigerator and consume within 1-2 days for freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
