Description
This delightful Ham and Cheese Deviled Eggs recipe is perfect for Easter or any special occasion. Tender boiled eggs are filled with a creamy mixture of mashed yolks, mayonnaise, shredded cheddar cheese, and diced ham, then garnished and chilled to perfection. Easy to prepare and full of delicious flavors, these deviled eggs offer a savory twist on the classic appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp cheddar cheese blend, shredded
- 2 tbsp ham chunks, diced
Instructions
- Boil the eggs: Fill a saucepan halfway with water, add in the eggs and boil over high heat for 10 minutes to cook them hard.
- Set the eggs: Cover the saucepan and remove from heat, allowing the eggs to sit and finish cooking in the hot water for 15 minutes.
- Cool the eggs: Drain the hot water and refill the saucepan with cold water until the eggs are no longer warm, making them easier to peel.
- Peel the eggs: Remove the eggshells carefully without damaging the whites.
- Prepare eggs for filling: Slice the eggs in half lengthwise and remove the yolks, placing the whites on a serving plate and the yolks in a mixing bowl.
- Mash yolk mixture: Mash the yolks thoroughly with a fork, then add mayonnaise and stir well to create a smooth filling.
- Fill the eggs: Transfer the yolk mixture into a piping bag fitted with a decorative frosting tip, and pipe the filling neatly into each egg white half.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle diced ham chunks and shredded cheddar cheese over each filled egg for a savory garnish.
- Chill before serving: Cover the plate with plastic wrap and refrigerate the deviled eggs for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld and to serve chilled.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs for best taste and easier peeling.
- Mash the yolk filling with a fork or potato masher to achieve a creamy, smooth texture.
- Using a piping bag with a 1M tip creates a professional and decorative look.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days to maintain freshness and safety.
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