Deviled Egg Christmas Trees
These deviled egg Christmas trees are a festive twist on the classic appetizer! Creamy yolk filling is dyed green and piped to look like little holiday trees, topped with paprika and decorative garnishes.
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 70kcal
Cost: 5
Equipment
- saucepan
- mixing bowl
- piping bag or plastic bag
- knife
- cutting board
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp paprika (for garnish)
- 2 drops green food coloring (or natural green puree)
- 2 tbsp red bell pepper, finely diced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Cool in ice water and peel.
- Cut eggs in half lengthwise and remove yolks. Place yolks in a bowl and mash until smooth.
- Mix yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until creamy. Add green coloring and mix well.
- Pipe filling into egg whites in a tall swirl shape to resemble Christmas trees.
- Sprinkle with paprika and garnish with diced red bell pepper pieces as ornaments.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Use natural green coloring from spinach puree or matcha for a healthier option. Garnish with diced peppers or herbs to resemble ornaments. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.