Deviled Egg Christmas Trees
A fun and festive twist on the classic party appetizer, these Deviled Egg Christmas Trees are packed with flavor and perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling & Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 7 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic (sliced thin)
- 5 oz baby spinach
- 1/3 cup mayo
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1/2 lemon (juice)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons dehydrated potato flakes
- 1 red fresno chili pepper (minced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (cut into small stars)
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil the eggs: Place eggs in a pot, cover with water, bring to a boil, cover, and let sit for 12 minutes. Cool and peel.
- Cook the spinach: In a skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add spinach, and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.
- Blend the filling: Mash cooked eggs in a bowl, mix in mayo, mustard, lemon juice, smoked paprika, hot sauce, potato flakes, and sautéed spinach. Stir until smooth. Add minced chili.
- Finish the eggs: Cut eggs in half, remove yolks, and fill egg whites with the mixture. Stack halves in a pyramid shape. Decorate with yellow bell pepper stars and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
Notes
Use fresh eggs for better flavor and easier peeling. Adjust the spice level by adding more or less hot sauce.
Find it online: https://junorecipes.com/deviled-eggs-christmas-trees/