Description
These creepy deviled eggs feature bright green yolks, olive ‘eyeballs,’ and spooky toppings for a fun and savory Halloween treat. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or witch-themed gatherings, they’re easy to make and sure to impress kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large eggs
- Water (for boiling)
- Ice (for shocking eggs after boiling)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green gel food coloring
- Black olives (whole and sliced, for decoration)
- Chives or green onions (for decoration)
- Roasted red pepper strips (optional, for decoration)
- Poppy seeds or sesame seeds (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Place eggs in a single layer in a large saucepan. Cover with cold water by about an inch.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 12-14 minutes.
- Transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water and let sit for 5 minutes to stop cooking. Peel eggs under cool running water.
- Slice each egg lengthwise and remove yolks. Place yolks in a mixing bowl and set whites aside on a platter.
- Mash yolks with a fork until fine and crumbly.
- Add mayonnaise, mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add green gel food coloring a little at a time, mixing until the filling is a bright green color.
- Spoon or pipe the green filling into the egg whites.
- Decorate each egg with sliced black olives, chive strands, and roasted red pepper strips as desired. Press toppings gently to stick.
- Chill eggs in the fridge for 10-20 minutes before serving, if desired.
Notes
For best results, use gel food coloring for vibrant green yolks. Decorate just before serving to prevent toppings from bleeding. If making ahead, store whites and filling separately and assemble the day of your event. Adapt toppings and filling for dietary needs—vegan mayo, avocado, or Greek yogurt can be used instead of mayonnaise.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 deviled egg half
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0.2
- Protein: 4
Keywords: Halloween, deviled eggs, witch snack, spooky appetizer, party food, creepy eggs, kid-friendly, protein snack, gluten-free, low-carb