Chef John's Spiced Cream-Cheese Deviled Eggs
Chef John's Spiced Cream-Cheese Deviled Eggs balance a velvety, ultra-smooth filling with a lively kick. Tangy Dijon and rice vinegar brighten the richness, while a touch of Sriracha adds gentle heat. Quick-candied jalapeño rings bring a sweet-spicy pop that makes these perfect for brunch platters, potlucks, or elegant appetizers.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Place the eggs in a large pot and cover them with water. Bring to a simmer over high heat. Remove from the heat, cover the pot, and let sit for 17 minutes.
- 2
Combine the sugar and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Pour the warm sugar syrup over the pepper rings in a small bowl. Stir and set aside.
- 3
Drain the eggs and refill the pan with very cold water. Let the eggs sit in the cold water until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes.
- 4
Peel the eggs and slice them in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks to a bowl and cover the egg white halves with a damp towel while you prepare the filling.
- 5
Mash the egg yolks, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, and Dijon mustard with a spoon or spatula until just combined. Stir in the rice vinegar until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 6
Pipe the filling into the egg white halves.
- 7
Top each egg with a ring of candied pepper and chopped chives. Chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.
- Calories 170.76 kcal Moderate
- Protein 9.48 g Moderate
- Carbs 8.78 g Moderate
- Total Fat 10.82 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 3.32 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.03 g High
- Cholesterol 238.33 mg High
- Sodium 166.84 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.77 g Low Source
- Sugar 3.97 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.32 g Low Source
- Calcium 46.14 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.43 mg Low Source
- Potassium 172.31 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 70.68 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 3.32 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 1.82 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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