Description
- These adorable Deviled Egg Chicks are a fun and festive twist on traditional deviled eggs! With a creamy filling and a cute chick design, they’re perfect for Easter, parties, or any occasion that needs a little extra cuteness. These little bites are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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6 large eggs, hard boiled and peeled
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¼ cup mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon finely chopped pickles (optional)
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1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives (optional)
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½ teaspoon paprika (for garnish)
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12 small black olives (for eyes)
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1 small carrot, cut into tiny strips (for beaks)
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Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the eggs:
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Cut each hard-boiled egg in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks. Place the yolks in a bowl and set the egg whites aside.
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Make the filling:
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Mash the yolks with a fork until smooth. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix well until creamy and smooth. If desired, mix in chopped pickles and chives for extra flavor.
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Fill the egg whites:
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Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg whites, mounding it slightly to resemble the body of a chick.
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Create the chick features:
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Cut small strips from the carrot to make tiny beaks. Gently press them into the top of the yolk filling.
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Use small black olives to create the eyes by slicing them in half and pressing them into the filling.
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Optional: Garnish with a small piece of fresh parsley to represent feathers or add a little extra green.
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Garnish and serve:
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Lightly sprinkle paprika over the chicks for a bit of color.
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Arrange the deviled egg chicks on a serving tray and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Notes
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Make-Ahead: These Deviled Egg Chicks can be made ahead of time. Simply prepare and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before serving.
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Customize the Filling: You can add different ingredients to the yolk filling, such as relish, chopped green onions, or a touch of hot sauce for a spicier version.
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Decoration Tip: If you want a more vibrant color, you can lightly color the carrot strips with food coloring to make the beaks stand out more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 deviled egg chick
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg