Description
These Jalapeño Popper Deviled Eggs are a spicy and creamy appetizer that combines the richness of classic deviled eggs with the bold flavors of pickled jalapeños, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for parties or casual gatherings, they offer a delicious low-carb, gluten-free snack with a flavorful kick.
Ingredients
Eggs
- 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
Filling
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons pickled jalapeños, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons cooked bacon, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish (optional)
- Chopped chives
- Extra bacon bits
- Jalapeño slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: Cut the hard-boiled eggs in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks without breaking the whites. Set the whites aside on a serving plate.
- Mash the Yolks: Place the yolks in a medium bowl and mash with a fork until smooth and crumb-free, creating a creamy base for the filling.
- Mix the Filling: Add mayonnaise, softened cream cheese, Dijon mustard, finely chopped pickled jalapeños, chopped cooked bacon, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the mashed yolks. Stir until the mixture is creamy, smooth, and fully combined.
- Season: Taste the filling and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference, ensuring a balanced flavor.
- Fill the Egg Whites: Using a spoon or piping bag, carefully fill each egg white half with the jalapeño bacon yolk mixture, mounding it slightly for an attractive presentation.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chopped chives, extra bacon bits, or jalapeño slices on top of the filled eggs for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the deviled eggs for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and the filling to firm up.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or substitute fresh jalapeños for the pickled ones.
- You can prepare the filling a day ahead and refrigerate it; fill the egg whites just before serving for best texture.
- Use a piping bag fitted with a star tip for an elegant presentation.
- Ensure eggs are peeled smoothly to keep whites intact for neat filling.
