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Deviled Egg Christmas Trees

Deviled Egg Christmas Trees are a fun and festive twist on the classic deviled eggs, perfect for holiday gatherings, easy to make, and appealing to both kids and adults.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 large large eggs
  • 1 ripe avocado ripe avocado (or 2 tablespoons mayonnaise if preferred) Can substitute with mayonnaise.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt or sour cream Optional, for creaminess.
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives or parsley
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For Decoration
  • Paprika or chili flakes
  • Chopped red bell pepper or pimentos
  • Yellow bell pepper or cheese For “tree toppers”.
  • Fresh dill or parsley For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the eggs in a pot of cold water. Bring the water to a boil over medium heat. Once it starts boiling, cover the pot, remove it from the heat, and let it sit for 10–12 minutes.
  2. Drain the eggs and cool them in ice water. Once cooled, peel the eggs gently.
  3. Slice the eggs in half lengthwise and remove the yolks into a mixing bowl. Set the egg whites aside. Mash the yolks with avocado (or mayonnaise) until smooth.
  4. Add Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and Greek yogurt (if using). Stir until creamy, then fold in the chopped herbs.
Assembly
  1. Spoon the filling into a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe the filling into the egg whites, swirling upward to create Christmas tree shapes.
  2. Sprinkle paprika or chili flakes for “garlands,” add chopped red bell pepper as “ornaments,” and top each tree with a yellow bell pepper or cheese to resemble a star.
  3. Place the filled eggs on a platter and use dill or parsley sprigs to make it look like a forest.
Serving
  1. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Ensure they look beautiful on a platter for guests to easily pick up and enjoy.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding a dash of hot sauce or your favorite spices to the filling. Use different herbs like dill or cilantro to change the flavor profile. Make sure to pipe the filling into the egg whites right before serving for the best presentation. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within a couple of days.