Easter Deviled Eggs
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Bring on the eggs! One of our cherished Easter traditions has always been dyeing the shells of hard-boiled eggs. But this year, why not take it a step further and dye the eggs out of their shells? It’s a fun and creative twist that allows you to incorporate another beloved Easter staple, deviled eggs, into your festive menu. Imagine the delightful surprise on your guests’ faces when they see these colorful and appetizing Easter deviled eggs.
For this project, I used regular food coloring from the grocery store’s baking aisle. To make the colors pop, I opted for the neon variety, which adds an extra vibrant touch to the eggs. The recipe for the yolk mixture remains classic and basic, ensuring that the flavor is just as delightful as the appearance. The combination of traditional deviled eggs with a splash of color makes for a festive and visually appealing dish that is sure to be a hit at any Easter gathering.
Enjoy the fun of dyeing and the deliciousness of deviled eggs all in one! It’s a creative and tasty way to celebrate Easter with family and friends.
Ingredients to make Easter Deviled eggs
- LARGE EGGS THAT HAVE BEEN HARD-BOILED
- FOOD COLORING
- WHITE VINEGAR
- WATER
- MAYONNAISE OR MIRACLE WHIP (I prefer the flavor of the Miracle whip)
HOW TO MAKE EASTER DEVILED EGGS
You just peel the shell from your hard-boiled egg, cut each egg in half, remove the egg yolks, and reserve for later. Then, you dye the whites of the eggs just like you would when you dye an egg with its shell on.
Get enough glasses or mugs for the number of colors you want to use. I recommend doing at least 3 different colors.
Fill the mugs or glasses 2/3 of the way full with cold water. Then add 3 drops of food coloring along with 1 tsp vinegar to each mug or cup and mix together.
Place egg whites in the mugs and allow them to sit in the food coloring until the desired color is reached. Some colors take longer than others to achieve the level of darkness that you want.
I used pink, purple, and turquoise. The turquoise took the least amount of time to get the intensity that I wanted. Both the pink and purple took some time.
Next, remove the whites from the colored water. Drain on a plate lined with a couple of paper towels. Take the reserved yolks and mash them with a fork. Then, stir in the mayonnaise or Miracle Whip with the mashed yolk. I find a whisk or hand mixer can help to get it smooth.
Last, pipe with a piping bag or spoon the egg yolk mixture into the colored egg whites. Store in an airtight container until serving time. I found this to be a fun way to dye eggs and bring some color to your Easter dinner.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I boil the eggs for deviled eggs?
Boil the eggs for 11 minutes and 30 seconds for perfectly hard-boiled eggs. This ensures the yolks are fully cooked and easy to work with.
How can I make peeling the eggs easier?
After boiling, transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool completely before peeling. Lightly crack each egg and peel them under running water for easier peeling.
What if my deviled egg filling is too runny?
If the filling is too runny, drain it through a fine mesh sieve or add more egg yolks to thicken it up.
Can I make deviled eggs ahead of time?
Yes, you can make deviled eggs up to 3 days in advance. Keep the egg whites and filling separate until ready to serve for the best results.
How do I prevent the yolks from turning green?
Avoid overcooking the eggs and cool them quickly in an ice bath to prevent the yolks from turning green.
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Easter Deviled Eggs
Real Mom Kitchen
Equipment
Ingredients
- 10 hard boiled eggs
- food coloring
- 1 tsp vinegar for each color you are using
- water
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Miracle Whip or half of each – I use Miracle Whip
Instructions
- Remove the shells from the hard boiled eggs and slice each egg in half.
- Remove the yolks from the egg halves and place in a bowl. Set the yolks aside.
- Get enough glasses or mugs for the number of colors you want to use. Fill the mugs or glasses 2/3 of the way full with cold water.
- Add 3 drops of desired food coloring along with 1 tsp vinegar to each mug or cup.
- Place egg whites in the mugs and allow to sit in the food coloring until desired color is reached. I could fit 3 egg whites in each of my mugs at a time.
- Remove whites from dye and drain on a plate lined with a couple of paper towels.
- Take the reserved yolks and mash them with a fork. Then mix in the 1/2 cup mayonnaise with the mashed yolk.
- Pipe or spoon the yolk mix into the colored egg whites. Makes 20 deviled egg halves.
Nutrition
Adapted from Foodjimoto.
