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Spooky Eyeball Deviled Eggs Recipe

Spooky eyeball deviled eggs with olive pupils and red pepper veining on Halloween platter with decorations

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These spooky eyeball deviled eggs transform classic appetizers into Halloween treats using olive pupils and red pepper veining for realistic eyeball appearance.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar (for cooking)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for cooking)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar (for filling)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 12 large black olives, sliced for pupils
  • 1 jar roasted red peppers for veining

 

  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (optional)

Instructions

  • Place eggs in saucepan, cover with water by 1 inch, add vinegar and salt.
  • Bring to boil, remove from heat, cover and let stand 12 minutes.
  • Transfer eggs to ice water bath immediately, cool 10 minutes.
  • Peel eggs under running water, starting from wider end.
  • Cut eggs in half lengthwise, remove yolks to bowl.
  • Mash yolks, add mayonnaise, mustards, vinegar, and seasonings.
  • Mix until smooth and creamy, season to taste.
  • Pipe filling into egg white halves creating rounded mounds.
  • Place olive slice in center of each for pupil.
  • Arrange red pepper strips radiating from pupil for veining.
  • Optional: add sriracha dots for bloodshot effect.

 

  • Refrigerate until serving.

Notes

  • Slightly older eggs peel more easily than very fresh eggs
  • Ice bath prevents green ring around yolk
  • Assemble eyeball features just before serving for best appearance

 

  • Can be made 24 hours ahead, add decorations before serving

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