Easy Angel Eggs Recipe | Laura Fuentes (2024)

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A simple and delicious appetizer, this angel eggs recipe is everything you love from the classic with a nicer name.

The only difference between angel eggs and deviled eggs is the name! The recipe can easily be doubled or tripled, making it the perfect finger food option for parties, potlucks, and BBQs.

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What are Angel Eggs

Angel eggs are simply another term for the classic deviled egg. It’s the same creamy yolk filling in the center of an egg-white that we’ve enjoyed for years.

In this recipe, I make the filling with Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. It’s lighter, and I find the tanginess of the yogurt adds a pleasant contrast to the egg yolk and mustard.

Ingredients

Nothing new to see here, just classic angel egg ingredients.

  • hard-boiled eggs:no better time to check out my guide oneasy-to-peel hard-boiled eggs.
  • Greek yogurt or mayo:classic angel eggs are made with mayo. Greek yogurt is a lighter option, you pick!More ways to make deviled eggs without mayo here!
  • mustard:adds a tangy depth of flavor.
  • salt & black pepper:for seasoning.
  • paprika:adds a pop of color and smoky flavor.
  • chopped parsley:optional, but it looks great on the finished angel eggs. You could also use chopped fresh chives or dill.

How to Make Angel Eggs

Angel eggs are super easy to make, but before we go any further, check out this quick video so you can make sure your hard-boiled eggs have bright yellow yolks and shells that glide off.

  1. Boil the eggs
    Place eggs in a pan, cover with water and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat, cover, and let it rest for 13 minutes. Drain, cool with water, peel the eggs and refrigerate until cold.
  2. Prep the eggs
    Slice the boiled eggs in half lengthwise and transfer the yolk to a medium bowl.
  3. Make the filling
    Mash the yolks with Greek yogurt or mayo, mustard, salt, and black pepper, until smooth.
  4. Stuff
    Use a piping bag or large spoon to fill the center of each egg white half. Sprinkle with smoked paprika and chopped parsley.
  5. Serve
    Refrigerate the eggs for an hour before serving. Quickly grab a few and watch the rest disappear.

Watch the angel egg magic happen in this step-by-step video:

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Angel Egg Variations

Check out more delicious angel egg variations you can make! These upgrade the classic recipe with yummy ingredients like sour cream, avocado, bacon, and cheese. If you love loaded baked potatoes, definitely try the loaded angel egg!

  • Avocado Angel Eggs
  • Guacamole Angel Eggs
  • Loaded Angel Eggs
  • Bacon Angel Eggs

Angel Eggs Recipe

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Servings: 12 deviled eggs

Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Cook Time: 13 minutes mins

A simple and delicious appetizer, this angel eggs recipe is everything you love from the classic with a nicer name.

5 from 13 votes

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Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon or yellow mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 to 2 dashes of Tabasco, optional
  • 1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives, optional
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
  • Paprika, for garnish

Instructions

  • Place eggs in a medium saucepan. Cover with cold water with 1-inch of water above the eggs. Bring water to a boil, turn off the heat, cover and let the eggs sit in the saucepan for 13 minutes. Drain, add some ice cubes to the eggs in the pan and fill them with cold water. Peel eggs one by one and refrigerate them to cool down.

  • Once hard-boiled eggs have fully cooled, halve lengthwise and carefully scoop the egg yolks into a bowl.

  • With a fork, mash the egg yolks. Add mustard, tabasco (if using), salt, pepper, and chives, if using. Add the Greek yogurt or mayonnaise and stir to combine all ingredients with a fork.

  • Fill each egg white half with about 1 to 2 teaspoons of the mixture and dust the tops with paprika.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 deviled egg | Calories: 34kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 86mg | Potassium: 38mg | Fiber: 0.04g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.4mg

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  1. Tash

    Easy Angel Eggs Recipe | Laura Fuentes (10)
    Lol these are deviled eggs…. I feel like I’ve been lied to.

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    • Laura Fuentes

      Some people call them deviled eggs… others angel eggs. I have both on this site bc I am to please 😉

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  2. Liz

    Easy Angel Eggs Recipe | Laura Fuentes (11)
    I looked up Angel egg because someone was bringing them to a pot luck. I didn’t know what they were, made them, these were great.

    Reply

  3. Taven

    Easy Angel Eggs Recipe | Laura Fuentes (12)
    I tried this recipe for angel eggs and loved it!!! Also, I didn’t realize they are the same thing as deviled eggs!

    Reply

  4. Kimmy

    Easy Angel Eggs Recipe | Laura Fuentes (13)
    These angel eggs are oh so tasty!

    Reply

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FAQs

What do Christians call deviled eggs? ›

At church functions in parts of the Southern and Midwestern United States, the terms "stuffed eggs", "salad eggs", and "dressed eggs" occur instead, to avoid reference to the word "devil". For this reason, the term "angel eggs" is also occasionally used.

What are Jesus' eggs? ›

The egg itself became a symbol of the Resurrection. Just as Jesus rose from the tomb, the egg symbolized new life emerging from the eggshell. In the Orthodox tradition, eggs are painted red to symbolize the blood that Jesus shed on the cross. The egg-coloring tradition has continued even in modern secular nations.

Why are they called deviled eggs in America? ›

The term deviled egg comes from an 18th-century culinary term that the Oxford English Dictionary originally used to describe a fried or boiled dish that was highly seasoned. and this was eventually used to also include spicy, condiment-filled dishes, as well.

What are deviled eggs made of? ›

If you're looking for an introduction to deviled eggs, this is the place to start: just eggs, mustard, mayonnaise, a dash of Tabasco and a festive sprinkle of paprika (or jazz things up with a garnish of chives). They are a simple and spectacular addition to a holiday table.

What is so devilish about deviled eggs? ›

"Deviled" goes back to the late 18th century as a way to refer to something that's spicy or grilled with spice. Deviled eggs are "deviled" because they're generally made with paprika and black pepper. We can also thank "deviled" for other mouth-watering dishes like deviled kidney and deviled bones.

What are church lady deviled eggs? ›

The eggs are served in a ceramic egg holder, which is good because they definitely need to be in something sturdy. Each half of an egg is filled pretty high with a smooth and creamy egg yolk mixture. Each deviled egg is then topped with a piece of bacon, smoked paprika, and chives.

What does the Easter bunny represent in Christianity? ›

The Easter bunny and Easter eggs originated as pagan symbols of spring and rebirth. Over the centuries, these ancient symbols became associated with the Christian holiday of Easter such that the two traditions have merged together to become what some celebrate today.

Did they eat eggs in Bible times? ›

Biblical references to eggs are only in reference to gathering them from the wild (for example, Deuteronomy 22:6–7 and Isaiah 10:14). Eggs seem to have increased in use for food only with the introduction of chickens as food and were commonly used as food by Roman times.

How do you know if an egg is God? ›

Gently drop one egg into the glass, and observe where it settles. If the egg sinks to the bottom and lays on its side, it should be fresh and ready to eat. If it floats all the way to the top, the egg may be spoiled. Either avoid the risk and toss it in the garbage, or follow the following steps.

What did the Romans call deviled eggs? ›

For National Deviled Egg Day, we're taking it back to Ancient Rome…. where serving deviled eggs was often referred to as “ab ova usque ad mala.”

Do Germans eat deviled eggs? ›

Deviled eggs originated in Italy, but there are so many versions of them in the neighbouring countries too. Today I will feature the German version. Usually mayonnaise and mustard are added to yolks for the creamy texture, but there are also variations done with yogurt, cream, sour cream or tartar sauce.

What is a nickname for deviled eggs? ›

One person explained that alternate names for deviled eggs are used in other parts of the U.S., including “stuffed eggs,” “salad eggs,” “dressed eggs,” and “angel eggs” for eggs with less fat and cholesterol.

What do churches call deviled eggs? ›

In some regions of the South and the Midwest, deviled eggs are also called salad or dressed eggs when they are served at a church function, to avoid the term "deviled."

Why do deviled eggs give you gas? ›

Contrary to popular belief, eggs don't make most of us fart. But they do contain sulphur-packed methionine. So if you don't want smelly farts, don't eat eggs alongside fart-causing foods such as beans or fatty meats. If eggs make you bloated and give you wind, you may be intolerant to them or have an allergy.

What to use instead of mustard in deviled eggs? ›

This recipe for Deviled Eggs Without Mustard tastes just like classic deviled eggs but with apple cider vinegar in place of dijon mustard. They're a creamy, delicious appetizer everyone should try!

What does the egg symbolize in Christianity? ›

Christianity adopted eggs as a symbol of fertility, resurrection, and eternal life. From the outside, eggs appear stone cold, yet inside they nurture young life. Just as a grave keeps life locked in, eggs stood for the tomb in Jerusalem, from which Christ rose from death 'like a bird hatching from an egg'.

Why do Christians eat eggs? ›

Eggs represent new life and rebirth, and it's thought that this ancient custom became a part of Easter celebrations. In the medieval period, eating eggs was forbidden during Lent (the 40 days before Easter) so on Easter Sunday, tucking into an egg was a real treat!

Did they eat eggs in Bible days? ›

Biblical references to eggs are only in reference to gathering them from the wild (for example, Deuteronomy 22:6–7 and Isaiah 10:14). Eggs seem to have increased in use for food only with the introduction of chickens as food and were commonly used as food by Roman times.

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