Description
Classic deviled eggs elevated with a creamy filling of mayonnaise, cream cheese, Dijon mustard, and a splash of olive brine and vodka, garnished elegantly with green olives and a sprinkle of paprika for a perfect appetizer or party snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs
- 6 large eggs
Filling
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp olive brine (from the jar of green olives)
- 1 tbsp vodka (optional)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Garnish
- Paprika or smoked paprika
- 6–12 green olives, pitted
- Cocktail picks or toothpicks
Instructions
- Boil the eggs: Place eggs in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, remove the pan from heat, cover it, and let the eggs sit for 12 minutes to cook through.
- Cool and peel: Drain the hot water and transfer the eggs to an ice water bath to cool completely. Once cooled, gently peel the eggs to remove the shells.
- Prepare the yolks: Slice each egg in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the yolks into a bowl, setting the whites aside.
- Make the filling: Mash the yolks with mayonnaise, softened cream cheese, Dijon mustard, olive brine, and vodka if using, until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Fill the egg whites: Using a spoon or piping bag, evenly fill each egg white half with the yolk mixture, creating a neat mound on each half.
- Garnish: Lightly sprinkle paprika or smoked paprika over the filled eggs. Skewer each green olive with a cocktail pick or toothpick and place one olive on top of each deviled egg for a stylish finish.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the prepared deviled eggs for at least 30 minutes to chill and set before serving on a platter or individual dishes.
Notes
- Using vodka is optional but adds a subtle depth of flavor.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding a few dashes of hot sauce to the filling.
- Olive brine enhances the tangy flavor—don’t skip it if you want the authentic taste.
- Make sure to chill the eggs well before serving for best texture and flavor.
- Use fresh eggs for easier peeling and best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: deviled eggs, green olive garnish, appetizer, egg recipe, party food, easy deviled eggs, creamy filling
