Description
Ham and Cheese Deviled Eggs are a festive and delicious Easter appetizer combining creamy yolk filling with savory ham and melted cheddar cheese. Perfectly boiled eggs are filled with a smooth mixture of mashed yolks and mayonnaise, then topped with savory ham chunks and shredded cheddar for a delightful bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs
- 6 large eggs
Filling
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp cheddar cheese blend, shredded
- 2 tbsp ham chunks, diced
Instructions
- Boil the eggs: Fill a saucepan halfway with water, add the eggs, and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil the eggs for 10 minutes to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Let eggs set: Remove the saucepan from heat, cover it, and let the eggs sit in the hot water undisturbed for 15 minutes for even cooking and easier peeling.
- Cool the eggs: Drain the hot water and replace it with cold water until the eggs are no longer warm. This stops the cooking process and cools the eggs for handling.
- Peel the eggs: Carefully peel the shell off each egg, ensuring the whites remain intact.
- Prepare egg halves: Slice each egg in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks and place them into a bowl. Arrange the egg whites on a serving plate.
- Make the filling: Mash the yolks thoroughly with a fork until smooth. Stir in the mayonnaise until well combined to create a creamy filling.
- Fill the egg whites: Spoon the yolk mixture into a piping bag fitted with a frosted tip for decoration, then pipe the filling neatly into the egg white halves.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle diced ham chunks and shredded cheddar cheese blend onto the filled eggs for savory flavor and texture.
- Chill before serving: Cover the deviled eggs and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and filling to set.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs for best results and easier peeling.
- Mash the filling with a fork or potato masher to achieve a smooth texture.
- Use a piping bag with a 1M tip to create a decorative and professional-looking filling design.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Deviled Eggs, Easter Appetizer, Ham and Cheese, Party Snack, Egg Recipe