Description
Spicy jalapeño popper deviled eggs blend creamy comfort with zesty Mexican-inspired heat, creating an irresistible appetizer that elevates classic party fare. Crispy bacon bits and sharp cheddar cheese complete this crowd-pleasing bite you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 jalapenos, finely chopped
Binding/Creamy Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Sliced jalapenos
- Paprika
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare eggs in a medium saucepan, submerging them completely in water. Heat to a rolling boil over medium-high temperature, then reduce heat and simmer precisely 10 minutes.
- Quickly transfer eggs into an ice water bath, allowing them to cool and stop cooking process for 10-15 minutes.
- Carefully peel eggs, ensuring smooth surfaces without tearing the whites. Slice each egg lengthwise with a sharp knife, extracting yolks into a separate mixing bowl.
- Crush yolks using a fork until they reach a fine, crumbly texture. Incorporate mayonnaise, cream cheese, Dijon mustard, and white vinegar, blending until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Fold in finely diced jalapenos and shredded cheddar cheese, creating a vibrant and creamy mixture. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance flavor profile.
- Fill egg white halves using a piping bag for elegant presentation or a spoon for rustic approach. Distribute filling evenly across each egg white cavity.
- Garnish with additional shredded cheddar cheese or thin jalapeno slices for extra heat. Dust with paprika or sprinkle fresh parsley to add visual appeal and subtle herbaceous notes.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño heat by removing seeds for milder flavor or adding more for extra spiciness.
- Swap cream cheese with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-packed alternative that keeps the creamy texture.
- Use a zip-lock bag with a corner snipped off as a budget-friendly piping bag for precise egg filling.
- Chill eggs for 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and achieve a firmer filling consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 143 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 267 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg