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Best Easy Mini Pumpkin Deviled Eggs Recipe

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Transform classic deviled eggs into adorable mini pumpkins with this quick and easy recipe. Ready in 20 minutes with simple ingredients, these festive appetizers are perfect for Halloween potlucks and parties.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika recommended)
  • 6 fresh chives

Instructions

  1. Place the eggs in a saucepan in a single layer and cover with cold water by about an inch. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Once the water boils, turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let the eggs sit for exactly 10 minutes.
  3. While the eggs cook, prepare an ice bath by filling a medium bowl with cold water and ice cubes.
  4. Transfer the eggs to the ice bath using a slotted spoon and let them sit for at least 5 minutes.
  5. Peel the eggs under running water, starting from the wider end.
  6. Cut each egg in half lengthwise and gently pop the yolks into a small bowl.
  7. Add mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper to the yolks. Mash together with a fork until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  8. Spoon the filling into each egg white half, mounding it slightly.
  9. Using the back of a small spoon or butter knife, gently press 3-4 vertical lines into the filling on each egg to create pumpkin ridges.
  10. Hold a fine-mesh strainer over the eggs and sprinkle a light, even layer of paprika over the tops.
  11. Cut chives into 1/2-inch pieces and gently press one piece into the top center of each egg as a stem.
  12. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use eggs that are a week or two old for easier peeling. Add a pinch of baking soda to the boiling water to help loosen shells. For best results, prepare up to 24 hours in advance but add chive stems just before serving. Smoked paprika gives a deeper color and flavor. Don’t overmix the filling to avoid a greasy texture.

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