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Eyeball Deviled Eggs

Spooky Eyeball Deviled Eggs: Ghoulishly Delicious Fun


  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 12 deviled egg halves 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Eyeball Deviled Eggs are a fun and spooky twist on a classic appetizer, perfect for Halloween parties. They feature a creamy, green-tinted yolk filling topped with olive slices to resemble eyeballs, complete with red food coloring veins for a creepy effect. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser, they add a ghoulishly delicious touch to any Halloween gathering.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2½ tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar or lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Green food coloring (gel or liquid)
  • Red food coloring or ketchup (for veins)
  • 6 black or green olives, sliced into rounds
  • Optional Add-ins: Garlic powder, paprika, or hot sauce for extra flavor, Fresh chives or parsley for garnish, Sweet relish for added tang

Instructions

  1. Boil the Eggs: Place eggs in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a gentle boil. Once boiling, cover, turn off the heat, and let sit for 12 minutes. Then transfer to an ice bath to cool completely.
  2. Peel and Halve: Peel the eggs carefully, then slice each one in half lengthwise. Scoop out the yolks into a bowl and set the whites aside.
  3. Make the Filling: Mash the yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Add green food coloring a few drops at a time until you reach the desired eerie shade.
  4. Pipe or Spoon the Filling: Transfer the green filling into a piping bag or zip-top bag with the corner snipped. Pipe into each egg white half, creating a small mound.
  5. Add the “Eyeball”: Place one olive slice in the center of each yolk mound. Press gently to adhere.
  6. Draw the Veins: Using a toothpick dipped in red food coloring or ketchup, draw little lines from the yolk toward the edges of the egg white to mimic bloodshot eyes.
  7. Chill & Serve: Refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika or serve on a Halloween-themed platter for full spooky effect.

Notes

  • Make-Ahead: Boil, peel, and prepare the filling up to 24 hours in advance. Assemble and decorate a few hours before serving.
  • Storage: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days. These are not freezer-friendly.
  • Variations: Experiment with different colors for the filling, add spices for heat, or use avocado for a creamier base.
  • Presentation: Serve on a dark platter and surround with Halloween-themed decorations like plastic spiders or cobwebs for maximum spooky impact.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Boiling, Mixing, Piping, Decorating
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 halves
  • Calories: 70
  • Sugar: <1g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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