Southern Deviled Eggs 🥚🌶✨ Creamy, Tangy, and Perfectly Spiced

Southern deviled eggs are a classic appetizer, beloved for their creamy filling, tangy kick, and touch of Southern charm.

With mustard, mayo, and a little pickle relish, they’re the perfect bite-sized starter for holidays, cookouts, or Sunday suppers.

Ingredients (Makes 12 deviled eggs)

• 6 large eggs
• 3 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp yellow mustard (or Dijon for more bite)
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Paprika, for garnish
• Optional: chives or crispy bacon crumbles for topping

Step 1: Boil the eggs

Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10–12 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath and cool completely.

Step 2: Peel and halve

Peel the eggs, then slice them in half lengthwise. Carefully remove yolks and place them in a bowl. Arrange egg whites on a platter.

Step 3: Make the filling

Mash yolks with a fork until fine. Stir in mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, relish, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 4: Fill the eggs

Spoon or pipe filling back into the egg whites.

Step 5: Garnish and serve

Dust with paprika, and top with optional chives or bacon. Chill until ready to serve.

Flavor Variations

• Add hot sauce or cayenne for extra Southern heat
• Swap relish for chopped dill pickles if you prefer tang over sweet
• Mix in a little cream cheese for a richer filling
• Top with pickled jalapeño slices for a spicy garnish

Pro Tips

• Use slightly older eggs — they peel more easily after boiling
• For ultra-smooth filling, use a food processor instead of hand-mashing
• A piping bag with a star tip gives a pretty, professional look
• Chill filled eggs at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor

Final Thoughts

Southern Deviled Eggs are creamy, tangy, and crowd-pleasing — the kind of timeless appetizer that disappears fast from any table. Whether for holidays, cookouts, or potlucks, they’re a little bite of Southern tradition.

Boil it. Fill it. Sprinkle the paprika. 🥚🌶✨

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