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Thanksgiving Deviled Eggs Recipe

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These Thanksgiving Appetizer Deviled Eggs are a classic crowd-pleaser with a smoky twist. Creamy yolks mixed with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and smoked paprika create a flavorful filling that’s elegantly piped back into halved hard-boiled eggs and garnished with fresh herbs. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any festive occasion.

Ingredients

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Deviled Eggs

  • 6 boiled eggs
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon creme fraiche or soft cream cheese or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika (not hot)
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Garnish and Decoration

  • Sprigs fresh sage leaves
  • Sprigs fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

  1. Make Hard Boiled Eggs: Boil, Instant Pot, or steam the eggs until hard boiled (about 9-12 minutes). Cool and peel the shells carefully.
  2. Slice Eggs: Slice each boiled egg in half lengthwise and gently remove the yolks by pressing from the back of the egg white halves to avoid tearing.
  3. Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, place the yolks, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, creme fraiche (or soft cream cheese or sour cream), smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Mix Filling: Using a hand mixer, blend the yolk mixture until very smooth and creamy.
  5. Fill Egg Whites: Transfer the filling into a large zip-top bag or a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe the yolk filling back into the hollowed egg white halves evenly.
  6. Garnish: Decorate each filled egg with tiny fresh sprigs of sage and thyme or finely minced chives for a fresh, aromatic touch.

Notes

  • To avoid tearing the egg white, gently push the yolk out from the back side instead of scooping with a spoon.
  • You can substitute creme fraiche with sour cream or soft cream cheese based on availability and preference.
  • Use smoked paprika (mild) for a smoky flavor without heat.
  • Make sure eggs are fully cooled before peeling to avoid cracks and sticking.
  • For best presentation, use a piping bag with a large star tip to pipe the filling smoothly.

Keywords: deviled eggs, Thanksgiving appetizer, smoked paprika, holiday appetizer, easy party snacks

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