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Delightful Deviled Egg Christmas Trees for Festive Gatherings

Deviled Egg Christmas Trees made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients
  

  • 12 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Food coloring optional
  • Fresh parsley or dill
  • Cherry tomatoes or bell peppers diced
  • Pimento-stuffed olives optional

Method
 

  1. Hard boil the eggs by placing them in a saucepan and covering with cold water, then bringing to a boil.
  2. Cool the eggs rapidly in an ice bath for about 10 minutes after boiling.
  3. Peel the cooled eggs under running water for easier removal of shells.
  4. Slice the eggs in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks.
  5. In a mixing bowl, mash the yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  6. If desired, add food coloring to the yolk mixture until the desired color is achieved.
  7. Spoon or pipe the yolk mixture back into the egg white halves.
  8. Arrange the filled eggs on a platter, standing them upright in a tree shape.
  9. Decorate the egg trees with diced vegetables to resemble ornaments and parsley/dill as garland.
  10. Optionally, place olives at the base of the trees for added charm and flavor.