Best Pumpkin Deviled Eggs

If you want a playful fall appetizer without adding another complicated dish to the menu, try these Pumpkin Deviled Eggs. They fit Halloween parties, Thanksgiving spreads, and cozy autumn gatherings.

Pumpkin Deviled Eggs Recipe

Key Ingredients

Eggs: I like using eggs that are a few days old for deviled eggs because they’re easier to peel cleanly than really fresh ones. A quick ice bath right after boiling also helps prevent that gray ring around the yolk.

Mayonnaise gives the filling its smooth, creamy texture. I stick with full-fat mayo here because lighter versions can make the filling a little watery.

Yellow mustard adds a little tang that balances out the richness of the mayo. You could use Dijon instead, but yellow mustard keeps that classic deviled egg flavor.

Tips & Tricks

Peel eggs under cool water: Any bits of shell that stick can tear the egg white. I peel mine under a thin stream of cool water so the shell slides off cleanly.

Use a piping bag for neat ridges: A piping bag with a star tip gives you clean, even ridges around the top of each egg. You can spoon the filling in too, but it won’t have quite the same look.

Chill before serving: I chill mine for at least 10 minutes before serving. It gives the filling a chance to firm up and the flavors a little time to come together.

Here’s how to make the pumpkin deviled eggs:

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Pumpkin Deviled Eggs

Classic deviled eggs colored and piped to look like mini pumpkins, a cute, easy Halloween party appetizer.

⏱ Prep 20 min🔥 Cook 12 min⏰ Total 42 min⏳ Chilling Time 10 min🟢 Easy🍽 Appetizer🌍 American

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Ingredients

Servings:

− 12 +

US Metric

• 6large eggs
• 1/4 cupmayonnaise
• 1 teaspoonyellow mustard
• 1 teaspoonapple cider vinegar
• salt and pepper (to taste)
• orange gel food coloring (optional)
• fresh chives (cut into short pieces, for stems)

Instructions

1. 1Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Cover, remove from heat, and let sit 11 minutes.
2. 2Transfer eggs to an ice bath and let cool for 10 minutes, then peel.
3. 3Slice eggs in half lengthwise and scoop yolks into a bowl.
4. 4Mash yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
5. 5Mix in a small amount of orange food coloring (if using) until you reach a pumpkin-orange shade.
6. 6Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg whites, mounding it slightly.
7. 7Use a toothpick to drag light lines from the center outward, creating pumpkin ridges.
8. 8Press a small piece of chive into the top of each egg as a stem, and add a pepper leaf if using.

Nutrition per serving

70

cal

6g

fat

80mg

sodium

📌 Notes

• Chill deviled eggs for at least 10 minutes before serving so the filling firms up.
• Use a piping bag with a star tip for extra-defined pumpkin ridges.
• Make up to a day ahead and store covered in the fridge.

By Sam

How to Pair

Pumpkin deviled eggs taste creamy, tangy, and savory, with a mild smoky note from paprika. They pair well with crisp vegetables, salty snacks, hearty fall dishes, and refreshing drinks. You can:

• Serve them with toasted crostini, buttery crackers, or soft pretzel bites for a satisfying appetizer spread.
• Pair them with roasted turkey, glazed ham, or herb-stuffed chicken at a fall dinner or holiday meal.
• Add celery sticks, cucumber slices, or pickled vegetables for a fresh, crunchy contrast.