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Creamy Deviled Eggs with Crispy Bacon

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A quick and easy recipe for creamy deviled eggs topped with crispy bacon and smoked paprika, perfect for parties and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, hard-boiled, peeled, and cooled
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place 6 large eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with cold water by about 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat (about 10 minutes), then remove from heat and cover the pan. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking and cool for at least 5 minutes. Gently tap and peel the shells; peeling under running water can help if bits stick.
  3. While eggs cool, cook 4 bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy (about 6-8 minutes). Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
  4. Carefully halve the peeled eggs lengthwise and scoop out yolks into a mixing bowl.
  5. Mash yolks with a fork until crumbly. Add 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill each egg white half with the yolk mixture, mounding it slightly.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled crispy bacon over each filled egg and dust with 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. Add chopped chives if using.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and filling set.

Notes

Use older eggs for easier peeling. Cooling eggs rapidly in ice water helps with peeling. Cook bacon slowly over medium heat for maximum crispness without burning. If filling is too thick, add a splash of milk or more mayo. Prepare eggs a day ahead but fill and garnish just before serving to keep bacon crispy. For a lighter version, substitute half the mayo with Greek yogurt. Vegetarian option: skip bacon and top with toasted breadcrumbs or roasted red peppers.

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