Description
A classic appetizer made with a creamy, flavorful filling that includes secret ingredients for an extra kick.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large Eggs (Best if they are 7–10 days old)
- 3 tbsp Mayonnaise (Full-fat for the best classic flavor)
- 1 tbsp Sour Cream (Secret Ingredient 1: For the perfect tangy kick)
- 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter (Secret Ingredient 2: Softened at room temp for velvety texture)
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 tsp White Vinegar (Or sweet pickle juice if you prefer)
- 1/8 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 dash Smoked Paprika (For garnish)
- 1 tbsp Fresh Chives (Finely chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Place the eggs in a single layer in a large pot and cover them with 1 inch of cold water. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Once the water is boiling, turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let it sit for exactly 12 minutes.
- Prepare a large bowl filled with cold water and ice cubes. Transfer the hot eggs to the ice bath after 12 minutes and let them chill for 10 minutes.
- Peel the eggs under cold running water to help remove the shells easily. Slice each egg in half lengthwise and pop the yolks into a medium bowl.
- Mash the yolks completely until they resemble fine crumbs and no large lumps remain.
- Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, softened butter, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, salt, and pepper to the mashed yolks. Mix everything together until the filling is ultra-smooth.
- Transfer the creamy yolk filling into a Ziploc bag. Snip off one bottom corner and pipe the mixture into each egg white half.
- Dust the top of each egg with smoked paprika and sprinkle with fresh chives. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
Use eggs that are 7-10 days old for easier peeling. Optional variations include adding bacon, avocado, or curry powder for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg half
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg