Classic Deviled Eggs Paprika Chives (Printable)

Creamy eggs with tangy mustard, topped with smoky paprika and chives—perfect for parties or summer gatherings.

# What Goes In:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

→ Filling

02 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
03 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
04 - 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar or lemon juice
05 - 1/8 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

→ Topping

07 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika or sweet paprika
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped

# How to Make It:

01 - Arrange eggs in a single layer in a saucepan. Add enough cold water to cover by 1 inch, then bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
02 - Once boiling, cover saucepan, remove from heat, and allow eggs to sit undisturbed for 10 minutes.
03 - Drain the hot water, transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water, and let cool for 5 minutes. Gently peel the eggs.
04 - Slice each egg lengthwise and carefully remove yolks, placing yolks in a mixing bowl. Arrange egg whites cut-side up on a serving platter.
05 - Mash egg yolks thoroughly with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, vinegar or lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until a smooth, creamy mixture forms.
06 - Using a spoon or piping bag, evenly fill each egg white half with the prepared yolk mixture.
07 - Sprinkle deviled eggs with paprika and scatter finely chopped chives over the top.
08 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • No matter the group, these always vanish before you get seconds—trust me, you’ll want to double the batch.
  • The paprika and chives aren’t just for looks: they’re the fresh finish that finally made everyone say “Whoa, you made these?”
02 -
  • If you skip the ice water bath, peeling the eggs will turn into a frustrating, sticky mess.
  • One day, a pinch of cayenne in the yolk mixture was all it took to get people asking for the recipe.
03 -
  • Always peel eggs under running water; it helps lift stubborn bits and avoids shell fragments sneaking in.
  • A squeeze of lemon gives the filling brightness I never realized I was missing until I tried it on a whim.
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