These spooky eyeball deviled eggs transform classic appetizers into Halloween treats using olive pupils and red pepper veining for realistic eyeball appearance.
Author:David Cooper
Prep Time:35 minutes
Cook Time:12 minutes
Total Time:47 minutes
Yield:24 deviled eggs 1x
Category:Spooky Halloween Snacks
Method:Boiling
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
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