Deviled Eggs with Green Olive Garnish Recipe
Classic deviled eggs elevated with a creamy filling of mayonnaise, cream cheese, and a hint of olive brine, garnished with green olives for an extra burst of flavor and a visually appealing touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 57 minutes
- Yield: 12 deviled egg halves 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs
- 6 large eggs
Filling
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp olive brine (from the jar of green olives)
- 1 tbsp vodka (optional)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Garnish
- Paprika or smoked paprika
- 6–12 green olives, pitted
- Cocktail picks or toothpicks
Instructions
- Boil the eggs: Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil, then remove the pan from heat. Cover the pan and let the eggs sit for 12 minutes to ensure they are perfectly hard-boiled.
- Cool the eggs: Drain the hot water and transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool completely. This stops the cooking process and makes them easier to peel.
- Peel & prep: Carefully peel the cooled eggs. Slice each egg in half lengthwise and gently scoop out the yolks into a separate bowl, setting the whites aside.
- Make the filling: Mash the egg yolks with mayonnaise, softened cream cheese, Dijon mustard, olive brine, and optionally vodka until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Fill the eggs: Use a spoon or piping bag to evenly fill each egg white half with the yolk mixture, creating a smooth mound.
- Garnish: Lightly sprinkle the filled eggs with paprika or smoked paprika for color and flavor. Skewer each green olive with a cocktail pick and place it on top of each deviled egg to add a delicious finishing touch.
- Chill & serve: Refrigerate the deviled eggs for at least 30 minutes before serving. Arrange them on a platter or individual white dishes for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Using ice water after boiling eggs helps in easy peeling.
- Vodka is optional but adds a subtle depth to the filling.
- You can use smoked paprika for a smoky flavor instead of regular paprika.
- Green olives make a great garnish but feel free to substitute with capers or pickled jalapeños for variation.
Keywords: deviled eggs, appetizer, green olive garnish, egg recipe, party snacks
