These ghoulish deviled eggs are the perfect spooky treat for your Halloween festivities! With an eerie green hue and black “bugs,” they will make an impression on your guests.
Frighteningly Fun Ghoulish Deviled Eggs Recipe
Looking for a spooky yet delicious addition to your Halloween party spread? These ghoulish deviled eggs are exactly what you need! With their eerie green tint and creepy black sesame ‘bugs,’ these eggs will surely grab attention and impress your guests.
But don’t let their spooky appearance fool you—this recipe is simple, quick, and mouth-watering. Keep reading to find out how to make this spooky, delicious, and simple appetizer that will bring the perfect Halloween vibe to your table!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Halloween-perfect: Their spooky green tint and black sesame “bugs” make these eggs a showstopper.
- Easy to make: Anyone can whip up these festive eggs with minimal ingredients and simple steps.
- Customizable: Adjust the level of spookiness by adding more food coloring or other fun garnishes.
- Make ahead: You can prepare them in advance, leaving you time to focus on the rest of your Halloween celebration.
Ingredient Notes
Here’s everything you need to make these easy creepy deviled eggs!
Easy Substitutions And Additions
Customize your deviled eggs with these simple substitutions and additions.
Mustard Swap: Use Dijon mustard for a slightly tangier flavor or spicy mustard for a bit of a kick.
Garnish Variations: Instead of sesame seeds, try topping with paprika or finely chopped olives to create even more spooky “bug” effects.
Color Customization: Adjust the amount of food coloring for a more subtle or intense green. You could even try purple or orange for other Halloween vibes!
How to make the Ghoulish Deviled Eggs
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
Boil the Eggs: Fill a medium pot halfway with water and bring to a boil. Add the eggs and boil for 10 minutes. After turning off the heat, cover the pot with a lid and let the eggs sit for an additional 10 minutes.
Cool and Peel: Remove the eggs from the water and let them cool. Once cool, peel the eggs.
Tint the Eggs Green: Mix water with about ⅛ tsp of green gel food coloring in a medium bowl. Place the peeled eggs in the water, ensuring they are fully submerged. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours to allow the color to set.
Prepare the Filling: Remove the eggs from the colored water and rinse. Slice each egg in half lengthwise, placing the yolks in a bowl and the whites on a plate. Mash the yolks with a fork, then mix in mayonnaise, mustard, and about ⅙ tsp of food coloring. Stir until smooth.
Pipe the Filling: Transfer the yolk mixture to a piping bag, snip off the tip, and pipe the filling into the egg white halves.
Add Finishing Touches: Sprinkle black sesame seeds on top to resemble tiny bugs.
Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to set.
How to Serve the Deviled Eggs
These spooky deviled eggs are great alongside other Halloween-themed appetizers like “mummy hot dogs” or “witch finger” cookies. They also pair well with dips like guacamole or a veggie platter for a balanced and festive spread.
How to Store the Ghoulish Deviled Eggs
Store any leftover ghoulish deviled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will last up to 2 days, but they are best eaten fresh.
Tips for Success
- Egg Peeling Tip: Use eggs that are at least a week old. Fresh eggs are harder to peel.
- Mess-free piping: If you don’t have a piping bag, you can use a plastic sandwich bag with one corner snipped off.
- Food Coloring: Gel food coloring works best, but if you use liquid, you may need a little more to achieve the right color.
Recipe FAQs
Can I use liquid food coloring?
Yes, the liquid food coloring will work, but the gel is more concentrated and gives a more vibrant color. If using the liquid, you may need to add more to get the same effect.
Can these be made in advance?
Yes! These deviled eggs can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Just be sure to cover them tightly to keep them fresh.
Can I make these without food coloring?
Absolutely. If you prefer to skip the food coloring, the eggs will still taste great, but they won’t have the spooky green hue.
More Fun Foods for Halloween
- Graveyard Cupcakes
- Witch’s Broomsticks
- Dirt & Worms Cake Trifle
- Bone Breadsticks and Ghost Pepperoni Pizza Dip
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Ghoulish Deviled Eggs
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- Green gel food coloring
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp mustard
- Black sesame seeds
Instructions
- Fill a medium pot halfway with water and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Add the eggs to the pot and boil for 10 minutes. Turn heat off, cover pot with lid, and allow eggs to sit in the covered pot for 10 minutes.
- Allow eggs to cool and peel.
- Add water to a medium bowl, then add some gel food coloring (about ⅛ tsp, and stir. Add eggs to the bowl, making sure that the water covers the eggs. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours
- Remove eggs from water, and rinse. They should have a green tint.
- Slice eggs in half, putting the yolks in a bowl, the white halves on a plate.
- Mash the yolks really well with a fork, then add the mayonnaise, mustard, and a small amount of food coloring (maybe ⅙ of a tsp), and stir until well combined.
- Transfer mixture to a piping bag, snip off the end, and pipe mixture into the eggs.
- Top with black poppy seeds.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, is intended to serve as an estimate only, and is provided for informational purposes. The accuracy of nutritional information is not guaranteed.
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