Bacon deviled eggs are a crowd-favorite appetizer for your next party. These deviled eggs have just a pinch of cayenne pepper for a hint of warmth and are topped with plenty of crumbled bacon.
Deviled eggs are a popular appetizer for parties, barbecues, birthdays, and picnics. They're always the first to go when they include bacon!
Crumbled bacon is added to the filling and crumbled on top to ensure every bite is filled with bacon flavor. A splash of heavy cream makes the filling extra creamy and rich. I like to use pickle juice for a hint of acidity and a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little warmth.
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Ingredients and substitutions
- Eggs - You'll need six large eggs for this recipe. Want to make more deviled eggs for a big party? This recipe is easy to double or triple.
- Mayonnaise - The base of the filling.
- Dijon mustard - Adds a little tang to the filling. Can be substituted with yellow mustard if needed.
- Dill pickle juice - Can be substituted with lemon juice.
- Cayenne pepper - The small amount of cayenne pepper adds a bit of warmth. Your deviled eggs won't taste hot or spicy. If you're concerned about adding too much heat, cayenne pepper can be substituted with black pepper instead.
- Heavy cream - Makes the filling extra rich and creamy. If you don't have heavy cream on hand, it can be omitted without ruining the recipe.
- Bacon - Fresh cooked and crumbled bacon or bacon bits work in this recipe.
Tips and tricks
How to make smooth filling - A food processor is my secret to making a smooth deviled egg filling. I use my mini-prep food processor because it's the perfect size for a batch of deviled eggs.
Pipe your filling - Use a piping bag to fill your deviled eggs for less mess. If you don't have piping bags, simply use a plastic sandwich bag with the tip cut off.
Add bacon just before serving - Add the bacon topping just before serving to ensure it stays nice and crispy.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, deviled eggs are easy to make ahead of time. Prepare your eggs a maximum of two days ahead for the best quality for guests. Add the crumbled bacon the day of serving so that it's nice and crispy.
If not serving your deviled eggs immediately, they need to be stored in a sealed container and transferred immediately to the refrigerator.
Deviled eggs will keep for 3 to 4 days before any leftovers need to be tossed out.
Keep in mind that your eggs have a limited shelf life outside the refrigerator.
Deviled eggs can sit out at room temperature for a maximum of two hours before they need to be refrigerated again.
Everyone has a different trick for removing shells from hard boiled eggs. I suggest trying things until you find something that works well for you.
- Use less-fresh eggs. Buy grocery store eggs week or two early if you can.
- After boiling, drain the eggs and give each egg a gentle crack to allow water to seep in.
- Fill the pot up with cold ice water and allow the eggs to set for about ten minutes before draining.
- Gently roll each egg on the countertop to crack the shell all over before peeling off.
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📖 Recipe
Bacon Deviled Eggs
Ingredients
- 6 hard boiled eggs, peeled
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon pickle juice
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Slice eggs in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks. Arrange egg whites on a serving plate. Set aside.
- In a food processor, add egg yolks, mayonnaise, heavy cream, mustard, pickle juice, and cayenne pepper. Pulse until mixture is smooth and creamy. (Alternatively, mash yolks in a bowl with a fork, then add remaining ingredients and stir until smooth.)
- Add half of crumbled bacon and stir to incorporate. Pipe filling evenly between eggs and top with remaining crumbled bacon.
- Refrigerate eggs, covered, until ready to serve. Deviled eggs can sit out for two hours before needing additional refrigeration.
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Notes
- Deviled eggs should be consumed within three to four days after preparing. Store any leftover eggs in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
- Deviled eggs need to be refrigerated to remain safe to eat. Deviled eggs can sit out for up to two hours before needing additional refrigeration.
- Heavy cream can be omitted from the recipe if desired.
- Cayenne pepper can be substituted with black pepper.
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