Classic Deviled Eggs Paprika Chives (Printable Version)

Creamy yolks, smoky paprika, and chives elevate this timeless appetizer—ideal for casual gatherings.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

→ Filling

02 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
03 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
04 - 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar or lemon juice
05 - 1/8 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

→ Topping

07 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
02 - After reaching a boil, cover saucepan, remove from heat, and let eggs stand for 10 minutes.
03 - Drain hot water and transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water. Chill thoroughly for 5 minutes.
04 - Carefully peel eggs and slice each in half lengthwise with a sharp knife.
05 - Gently remove yolks and place in mixing bowl. Arrange egg whites on a serving platter.
06 - Mash yolks with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, vinegar or lemon juice, salt, and pepper until completely smooth.
07 - Pipe or spoon the yolk mixture evenly into the hollowed egg white halves.
08 - Sprinkle each filled egg with paprika and chopped chives. Serve immediately, or chill for up to 4 hours before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The filling is so creamy that it practically melts as you take a bite—plus, the smoky hit of paprika feels like a secret handshake with your tastebuds.
  • I fell for this recipe because it is quick enough to whip up before guests notice you forgot appetizers, and everyone thinks you made something fancy.
02 -
  • Not chilling the eggs long enough makes peeling a struggle—I learned this after several shredded whites.
  • Tasting the filling before piping it changed everything; sometimes an extra drop of lemon or vinegar makes all the difference in brightness.
03 -
  • Eggs peeled under running cold water come out clean almost every time.
  • A dash of hot sauce in the filling turns a classic into a spicy surprise that disappears fast.
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