Description
Spicy jalapeño popper deviled eggs elevate classic appetizers with creamy, zesty flavors that dance across taste buds. Crispy bacon crumbles and bold peppers create an irresistible bite perfect for game day or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Base:
- 6 large eggs (hard-boiled and peeled)
- 2 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (plus extra for garnish)
Creamy and Binding Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 12 small jalapenos, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (plus extra for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Carefully halve hard-boiled eggs lengthwise, extracting yolks into a mixing vessel and arranging pristine egg white vessels on a presentation platter.
- Transform yolks into a delicate crumbly texture using a fork, then incorporate cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until achieving a silky, homogeneous consistency.
- Fold crisp bacon fragments and finely diced jalapenos into the creamy yolk mixture, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper to elevate the flavor profile.
- Transfer the zesty filling into egg white cavities using a piping apparatus or a resealable bag with a trimmed corner, ensuring an elegant and precise distribution.
- Enhance the visual appeal by sprinkling additional bacon crumbles and a light dusting of smoked paprika across the surface.
- Optional verdant garnish of chopped parsley or cilantro can provide a fresh, herbaceous accent to the appetizer.
- Serve immediately at room temperature or chill briefly to allow flavors to meld, creating a tantalizing appetizer that marries classic deviled egg technique with jalapeno popper inspiration.
Notes
- Swap out cream cheese for Greek yogurt to reduce fat and add protein, creating a lighter version of this indulgent appetizer.
- Make eggs ahead of time and store in an airtight container for up to 24 hours before serving to enhance flavor development and save preparation time.
- Customize heat levels by removing jalapeno seeds for milder taste or adding extra chopped peppers for spice enthusiasts who love bold flavors.
- Consider using turkey bacon as a leaner alternative that still provides delicious smoky crunch without compromising overall recipe texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg