This easy to make, classic deviled egg recipe is a bite-sized party appetizer favorite! Perfect for game day, holiday gatherings, and dinner parties. Made with pantry staples – no mayo needed!
It’s almost Super Bowl Sunday, and anyone who really knows me knows that I’m only into any sporting event for one thing only… the food!
And whenever there’s an appetizer spread, you better believe I’m gonna make a beeline straight for the platter of deviled eggs!
It’s no secret that I love deviled eggs. Well, deviled anything, really.
Growing up, my grandma made deviled eggs that would disappear faster than anything else at every family gathering. I watched her make them more times than I could count, and she always made a few trays of them in hopes that they would last longer than 10 minutes.
They usually didn’t.
She used Miracle Whip in her deviled eggs, and I’ve done lots of variations over the years. Most of them used mayonnaise, but lately I’ve been on a big plain Greek yogurt kick.
I’m partial to using whole milk Greek yogurt – it’s rich, creamy, and tangy. It works perfectly here. But feel free to used reduced fat or fat-free if you like.
Another thing that I’ve changed over the years is the way in which I fill the eggs. I used to mash the filling up with a fork and scoop the filling in with a spoon. Then I went through the small cookie scoop phase. It was great, and filled the eggs very evenly.
But once I started using this OXO decorating bottle set, it changed everything! It’s super easy and makes the eggs look so pretty! But I was running into trouble occasionally with some larger chunks of eggs that would get stuck in the tip of the bottle.
And then it struck me – why am I not using the food processor to purée the yolk mixture? DUH.
Ever since that realization, my deviled egg game has been totally on point. The yolks are so smooth and creamy and those swirls are just too pretty!
When it comes to hard boiling the eggs, I’m a total Instant Pot convert. For large eggs, I cook them for 8 minutes on high pressure, do a quick release, and put them in a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking process. They turn out perfect every.single.time.
If I’m entertaining at home, I love serving my deviled eggs in my Le Creuset Stoneware Deviled Egg Platter (and it comes in SO many colors!), but if I’m taking them out to a party away from home, I still use my grandma’s vintage Tupperware tray. It makes me smile every single time!
Are you making deviled eggs for game day? What’s your favorite way to fill and garnish them?
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This easy to make, classic deviled egg recipe is a bite-sized party appetizer favorite! Perfect for game day, holiday gatherings, and dinner parties. Made with pantry staples – no mayo needed!
Ingredients
For Eggs:
- 12 large hard boiled eggs, peeled and halved
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
For Garnish:
- Paprika
- Chives, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Place the yolks from the hard boiled eggs in the bowl of a food processor. Add remaining ingredients (Greek yogurt through sugar) and process until smooth.
- Scoop or pipe the yolk mixture into the egg whites, filling each one evenly. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika and some chives, if desired.
Notes
If cooking eggs in an Instant Pot, cook on high pressure for 8 minutes, quick release, then plunge into a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking process before peeling and cutting the eggs.
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32 Comments
Allie R Taylor
Wow – these are gorgeous! Nice job. I need to re-evaluate how I fill my deviled eggs. 🙂
Jordan
I get deviled egg cravings at the most random times. Like now, at 11am on a Monday. Can’t wait to try these!
Ashley
Right?! It’s *always* a good time for deviled eggs!
Erin Table for Seven
I love using Greek yogurt in cooking! Such a great recipe..they look delicious!
Ashley
Me too! I always have it on hand and it’s a great way to add that rich, creamy texture to so many dishes!
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy
Devilled eggs are ALWAYS a hit. I love eating them, and they are the first item to fly off the party platter. Using yogurt instead of mayo is a great idea.
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Sarah
I always substitute full-fat Greek yogurt (or even just plain regular yogurt) for mayo, and so far it’s worked every time! This is a fabulous idea!
Ashley
Yes! I have yet to find a recipe that it doesn’t work as a substitute either! I usually have both Greek and plain in my fridge. Yogurt is just so versatile!
Analida @ ethnicspoon.com
I’ve never been a big mayo fan for the deviled eggs. I need to try the Greek yogurt method. Thanks!
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Ashley
I hope you like it – I’ve been running into a lot of people who aren’t into mayo lately. This is a great solution!
Renz
Ooh. I stay away from deviled eggs because of the mayo. Def would want to try these with the yogurt.
Ashley
I hope you love them!
Abby @ WinsteadWandering
I’m with you: food is definitely the best part of most sporting events! I love that you pipe in the yolk mixture filling. It makes your eggs look so fancy!
Ashley
It really makes them feel fancier without a lot of effort. I’m all for dishes like that with or without sports 😉
Sharon Glascoe
A great appetizer for guests that aren’t fans of mayo. Delicious!
Ashley
Thanks so much! It’s a hit for mayo-lovers, too!
Leslie Haasch
Love the substitute of greek yogurt for mayo!
Ashley
It really works well! I’ve been loving swapping it in lots of recipes.
Jennifer
Deviled eggs are my favorite app! I’ve been using the back of a fork to mash them too…so silly! Of course the food processor would be better! Lol! Thanks for that lightbulb moment!
Ashley
RIGHT?! I can’t believe it took me SO many years to realize that there was a better way to do it!
Helene
Greek yogurt is such a smart choice to make deviled eggs. Why didn’t I get the idea earlier? I like how you flavored the deviled eggs and the fact that the greek yogurt mass looks so creamy!
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Ashley
They’re sooooo creamy! I don’t even miss the mayo, and it’s great for some of my mayo-hater friends, too 😉
Amanda Mason
I’m all about the food too on game day and those commercials! That’s about it lol! I love your twist in using a greek yogurt! I’ll have to try that out! These look amazing!!
Ashley
Same here – those are the most entertaining parts for sure! I couldn’t even tell you who’s playing half the time LOL
Kathryn @ FoodieGirlChicago
Greek yogurt is such a great option for deviled eggs. I definitely need to give these a try!
Ashley
I hope you love them if you do give them a try, Kathryn! 🙂
Anita
Deviled eggs are one of my favorite appetizers! This version looks SO good!
Ashley
Thanks so much! I don’t think I’ve ever met a deviled egg I didn’t love 😉
Julie
Using a food processor for deviled eggs is a total GAME CHANGER! I’ve never thought about that before — BRILLIANT!!
Ashley
RIGHT?! I can’t believe it took me SO many years of deviled egg-making to realize that this was the best way!
Anne Murphy
LOL I use my great aunt’s deviled egg plate… It even has a label on the back with our last name! (And what that label is I have no idea – but it doesn’t budge!) I just think of all the church suppers and neighborhood socials that plate has been to…
I love all kinds of stuffed eggs – and I’ve used Greek Yogurt in some of the variations, but not in a traditional one. Great idea – I’ll have to try it!
Ashley
I love this story, Anne! Aren’t old family heirlooms like that so much fun? The places they’ve been over the years!! And yes – I wasn’t sure it’d work so well in a “classic” style deviled egg but it SO does and it made me VERY happy!!