Description
Delight your guests this Easter with these charming Deviled Egg Chicks! These bite-sized wonders feature creamy yolk filling, adorable chick faces, and are sure to be the highlight of any brunch or spring gathering. With a zesty flavor profile and simple preparation, this recipe is perfect for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike. Transform ordinary hard-boiled eggs into a fun and flavorful dish that will bring smiles all around!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 black olives, sliced (for eyes)
- 2 carrot sticks, cut into small triangles (for beaks)
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs: Place eggs in a pot of cold water, bring to a boil over medium heat, cover, then remove from heat. Let sit for 12 minutes before transferring to an ice bath.
- Peel the Eggs: Once cooled, gently crack each egg and peel under running water.
- Create the Filling: Halve each egg lengthwise and scoop out the yolks into a bowl. Mash with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble Your Chicks: Spoon or pipe the filling back into egg whites, mounding slightly above the edge.
- Add Finishing Touches: Top with olive slices for eyes and insert carrot triangles for beaks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 deviled egg chick (35g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg