Description
Red, White, and Blue Deviled Eggs are a festive and vibrant addition to your July 4th celebrations. These easy-to-make snacks combine creamy yolks with zesty flavors, creating a delightful treat that is as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye. Perfect for summer barbecues or picnics, these patriotic bites will have everyone asking for the recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large hard-boiled eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 drops red gel food coloring
- 2 drops blue gel food coloring
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the eggs in a pot covered with cold water until they reach a rolling boil. Cover and turn off heat; let sit for 12 minutes.
- Transfer eggs to an ice bath for 10 minutes before peeling.
- Cut each egg in half lengthwise and scoop out yolks into a bowl. Mash with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Divide yolk mixture into three bowls: leave one plain, tint another red with food coloring, and the last blue.
- Pipe colorful mixtures back into egg whites in alternating patterns.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or paprika if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 deviled egg (35g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: - For a healthier option, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise. - Add diced jalapeños for a spicy twist or crumbled bacon for extra flavor.