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Deviled eggs are one of those summer staples that just sort of show up on the picnic table. I rarely ever see anyone actually making deviled eggs. They just always seem to appear. And isn't a deviled egg a deviled egg? Well, Amish deviled eggs make a nice creamy deviled eggs recipe!
Well, I guess some are smaller than others. I plead guilty to having on occasion just popped a whole half into my mouth in a single bite (why do I admit these things?) To me deviled eggs are one of those take-for-granted picnic foods that really don't serve a huge purpose.
The Amish and Deviled Eggs
Why are deviled eggs so popular among? Same reasons they are for other people with a few extra reasons. Some of them:
Plentiful eggs: this is where the Amish have most people beat, most Amish have a plentiful supply of eggs on hand from hens that often roam the property. This often results in an excess supply of eggs and deviled eggs are a perfect solution for that!
Great for a gathering: Amish gatherings tend to be large and deviled eggs are a great option for a large gathering. Two dozen eggs can be made into 48 easily eaten deviled egg halves!
Easy to make: Basically anyone can make deviled eggs!
These deviled eggs make a great side dish, appetizer, or picnic dish!
📋 How To Make Amish Deviled Eggs
This is an easy Amish deviled egg recipe. You can use store-bought eggs, but if you have access to fresh eggs, not store-bought ones, that is going to up the flavor quotient of your eggs 10-fold. Really. This deviled egg recipe comes to us from an Amish woman in Illinois and it really is a little different. The eggs in the photo are store-bought, but they still were good using this recipe. The cream in the recipe probably mutes the yellow color of the yolks a bit. And, I have to say, garnishing with pepper is a nice touch. Check out the recipe below and enjoy!
So, yes, start out with fresh eggs if you can. Boil the water and put the eggs in.
Make sure you boil water on the stove, add the eggs and let them cool. You can use white eggs, brown eggs, or speckled eggs. These are pure white eggs boiled eggs in an Amish kitchen.
Amish versions of deviled eggs often feature a small sprinkling of pepper on top, but if you aren't a fan of that you can sprinkle some paprika instead for a nice touch of red color without compromising on taste. But mix up the filling for the eggs in a mixing bowl, smashing the egg yolks with a fork. Some Amish cooks like to add some dill or a little pickle juice to the deviled eggs filling. You could also add some sweet pickle relish to the yolk mixture. Some people just like the pickle taste!
Other Amish deviled egg versions have bacon bits sprinkled on top.
Many Amish make their own homemade mayo, but you can use Hellman's, Dukes, or store-brand. I'm not a Miracle Whip fan.
When you are done making these classic deviled eggs, store them in the refrigerator in a sealed container.
🥚 More Amish Egg Recipes
Eggs are a staple in Amish homes. They are cheap, plentiful, and protein-packed. Here are some more favorite ways Amish cooks use eggs:
Egg-In-Nest - Delicious!
Egg Dutch - An old recipe!
Eggs La Golden: A delicious meal.
Turkey Sausage Egg Skillet - Hearty meal!
🖨️ Full Recipe
Amish Deviled Eggs
Ingredients
- 4 hard cooked eggs
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cream
- 2 teaspoons vinegar
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- ¼ tsp yellow mustard
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper (for garnish)
Instructions
- Directions cut eggs into halves lengthwise.
- . Remove yolks and mash until smooth
- . Add other ingredients and mix well
- Refill the whites and garnish with black pepper.
Carol Crowe Phillips
I always use my mother's recipe, Kevin and while I don't eat them, I have seen many, many of them disappear in a single bite here! (esp. when it comes to my husband and boys!) I might try this recipe sometime but I will have to make two batches (one with Mom's recipe, too or else my crew will complain loudly)
Kevin
Carol, thanks, nice to know I am not the only one who likes "one-bite deviled eggs":)
Linda Rice
Good timing . I just hardboiled and peeled 18 quail eggs this morning . It wasn't as tedious as I expected .
Kevin Williams
Deviled quail eggs?
Colette
I thoroughly enjoy your column. I will try this deviled egg recipe but my usual recipe includes a scant teaspoon of horseradish to the eggs as well as the usual ingredients. It gives a bit of zing to the egg and is very often requested for family gatherings
Kevin Williams
I like zing!
Georgene
I too make my mom's deviled egg recipe. Basically the same as this except no cream. Therefore the filling is more "fluffy". They disappear at every gathering when I take them and my boys and their friends eat them in one bite too! On the mayo/Miracle Whip debate, I grew up on Miracle Whip - we called it mayo - and never had mayo until I was in my 40s. I raised my kids the same and as adults, they have all 3 told me they *hate* Miracle Whip and can't believe I ever bought it! I use both today, but still love "the tangy zip of Miracle Whip"!
Kevin Williams
Ah, wonderful deviled egg memories, thanks for sharing!