Classic Deviled Eggs Paprika Chives (Printable)

Tangy yolks in egg whites, topped with paprika and chives—ideal for parties or snacks. Easy, bold, classic flavors.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

→ Filling

02 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
03 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
04 - 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar or lemon juice
05 - 1/8 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Topping

07 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika or sweet paprika
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped

# Directions:

01 - Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Heat over medium-high until water comes to a boil.
02 - Once boiling, cover the saucepan, remove from heat, and allow eggs to stand in hot water for 10 minutes.
03 - Drain and transfer eggs to a bowl filled with ice water. Cool for 5 minutes.
04 - Carefully peel each egg and slice lengthwise into halves.
05 - Remove yolks from the egg halves and place yolks in a mixing bowl. Arrange egg whites, cut side up, on a serving platter.
06 - Mash yolks with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, vinegar or lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
07 - Evenly spoon or pipe the yolk filling into each egg white half.
08 - Sprinkle filled eggs with paprika and finely chopped chives. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This filling comes together creamy and bright every single time, like a reliable party trick I secretly wish more people asked about.
  • Every bite finishes with a smoky spark from the paprika and a gentle crunch thanks to the chives—a detail that won me over the first time I tried it.
02 -
  • Peeled eggs will stubbornly cling to their shells if they're too fresh, so I always plan at least a few days ahead.
  • I used to skip the chilling step, but found out the hard way that hot eggs are impossible to fill neatly.
03 -
  • If a yolk crumbles, mash it with a dab of extra mayo—the mix will still turn silky smooth.
  • A touch more vinegar wakes up sleepy flavors if your eggs need extra zip at the last minute.
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