Can I make Christmas Deviled Eggs ahead of time?

Yes! You can prepare them up to 24 hours in advance. Store them covered in the refrigerator until serving. Sprinkle paprika right before serving to keep the color fresh.

Can I use gel food coloring instead of liquid?

Absolutely. Gel food coloring creates more vivid hues and requires less soaking time. Just be sure to mix well in the water for even coloring.

How do I transport deviled eggs safely to a party?

Use a deviled egg carrier or tray with a lid. If you don’t have one, line a shallow dish with lettuce leaves to keep the eggs from sliding during transport.

Are there dairy-free alternatives?

Yes. You can replace mayonnaise with vegan mayo or mashed avocado for a dairy-free, creamy filling that’s just as delicious.

How long can deviled eggs sit out at a party?

For food safety, deviled eggs should not sit out longer than 2 hours. Keep them chilled until guests are ready to eat.

Green & Red Christmas Deviled Eggs Appetizer

Name: Green & Red Christmas Deviled Eggs Appetizer
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs, cooled and peeled; 3 tbsp mayonnaise; 1/4 tsp ground mustard; 1/8 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper; Paprika for garnish; Red food coloring; Green food coloring

Description

These Green & Red Christmas Deviled Eggs are the perfect festive appetizer—creamy, colorful, and easy to make for holiday parties.

Ingredients

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6 hard-boiled eggs, cooled and peeled

3 tbsp mayonnaise

1/4 tsp ground mustard

1/8 tsp salt

1/8 tsp black pepper

Paprika for garnish

Red food coloring

Green food coloring

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Instructions

1. Boil the eggs: Add to a pot, cover with water, bring to a boil, then cover and let sit 10–12 minutes. Cool and peel.

2. Slice eggs in half lengthwise and scoop out yolks.

3. Mix yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.

4. Add 5 drops red food coloring to one bowl of water, and 5 green to another. Soak whites for 10–15 minutes.

5. Remove whites, pat dry.

6. Pipe or spoon yolk filling back into dyed egg whites.

7. Refrigerate up to 24 hours before serving.

8. Sprinkle with paprika just before serving.

Notes

Use a star piping tip for extra visual flair.

For intense color, let egg whites sit longer in the dye.

Try topping with bacon, chives, or microgreens for added flavor.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Boiling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 deviled egg half
Calories: 56
Sugar: 0.1g
Sodium: 78mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0.01g
Carbohydrates: 0.2g
Fiber: 0.01g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 83mg