Get ready to bewitch your taste buds with the most spine-tinglingly delicious Halloween appetizer that will make your guests scream with delight! These "Spooktacular Pumpkin Deviled Eggs" are not just a recipe, they're a ghoulishly good culinary experience that transforms classic deviled eggs into a festive Halloween treat. Imagine creamy, pumpkin-infused filling piped into egg whites and decorated with adorable olive jack-o'-lantern faces that are so cute, they'll make even the bravest monster hunters smile. Perfect for Halloween parties, spooky gatherings, or when you want to add a touch of playful creativity to your appetizer spread!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olives for decoration
Instructions
- Begin by carefully placing eggs in a medium saucepan and covering them completely with cold water, ensuring the water level is about 1 inch above the eggs.
- Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat, then immediately remove the pan from heat, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and let the eggs sit in the hot water for exactly 12 minutes.
- Prepare an ice water bath in a large bowl while the eggs are cooking to quickly stop the cooking process and prevent green rings around the yolks.
- After 12 minutes, transfer the eggs using a slotted spoon directly into the ice water bath and let them cool completely for about 5 minutes.
- Gently crack and peel the eggs under cool running water to help remove the shells easily, then pat them dry with paper towels.
- Slice each egg carefully in half lengthwise, and gently remove the yolks, placing them in a separate mixing bowl.
- Mash the egg yolks with a fork until they are completely crumbled and smooth.
- Add pumpkin puree, mayonnaise, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper to the mashed yolks, mixing thoroughly until the filling is creamy and well combined.
- Transfer the pumpkin-yolk mixture into a piping bag or a resealable plastic bag with a corner snipped off for easy filling.
- Pipe the filling into each egg white half, creating a slightly mounded, smooth surface to resemble a pumpkin shape.
- For a spooky decoration, carefully place small olive pieces to create jack-o'-lantern style faces on each deviled egg.
- Chill the deviled eggs in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and filling to set.
- Arrange on a festive Halloween-themed platter and serve cold as a creepy and delicious appetizer.
Tips
- • Use fresh eggs that are a few days old for easier peeling • Make sure to cool eggs completely in ice water to prevent overcooking • For smooth filling, use a fine-mesh sieve to mash egg yolks • If you don't have a piping bag, a zip-lock bag with a corner cut works perfectly • Chill eggs before serving to help the filling set and enhance flavors • Get creative with olive decorations - try different shapes for unique jack-o'-lantern faces • Make these a day ahead to save time on party day • For extra spookiness, serve on a black or dark-colored platter
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 80kcal
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 170mg
