Air Fryer Deviled Eggs Recipe

Introduction

Air fryer deviled eggs offer a crispy twist on the classic appetizer. By breading and air frying the egg whites, you get a crunchy exterior with the creamy, flavorful filling inside. They’re perfect for parties or a tasty snack.

Ingredients

• 6 eggs (hard boiled, cooked for 10 minutes, peeled and cut in half)
• 2 tablespoons mayo
• 1 tablespoon pickles (finely chopped, or use relish)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Sea salt & pepper (to taste)
• 1/2 cup flour
• 2 raw eggs (beaten in a mixing bowl)
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup butter crackers (blended into crumbs)
• Oil spray or melted butter (for brushing)
• Dill (for garnish, 100% optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, add the cooked egg yolks, mayo, pickles, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mash everything well with a fork until smooth and creamy.
2. Step 2: Prepare three dishes in this order: flour in the first, beaten raw eggs in the second, and a mixture of bread crumbs and crushed butter crackers in the third.
3. Step 3: Take one egg white half at a time and coat it first in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat evenly with the crumb mixture.
4. Step 4: Place the breaded egg whites in the air fryer basket or dish. Lightly spray or brush them with oil or melted butter.
5. Step 5: Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
6. Step 6: Remove from the air fryer, spoon or pipe the egg yolk mixture into each egg white half, and garnish with dill or your choice of herbs.

Tips & Variations

• Use relish instead of chopped pickles for a sweeter, tangier filling.
• Try smoked paprika or cayenne pepper in the yolk mixture for a bit of smoky heat.
• Make sure the eggs are dried well before breading to help the coating stick better.
• For a lighter option, skip the butter crackers and use seasoned panko crumbs.

Storage

Store any leftover deviled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat briefly in the air fryer at a lower temperature to restore crispiness, or enjoy cold for the best texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare these ahead of time?

You can hard boil and peel the eggs a day ahead and prepare the filling in advance. However, it’s best to bread and air fry the eggs just before serving for maximum crispiness.

What if I don’t have an air fryer?

You can bake these breaded eggs in a conventional oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crispy.

Air Fryer Deviled Eggs Recipe

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Delicious Air Fryer Deviled Eggs are a crispy twist on the classic appetizer. Hard-boiled eggs are stuffed with a creamy mixture of mayo, pickles, and Dijon mustard, then coated in a crunchy breading and air fried to golden perfection. This recipe offers a unique texture with a warm, crisp exterior and smooth, tangy filling, perfect for parties or snacks.

• Author: Rico
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings (12 deviled egg halves) 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Halal

Ingredients

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Eggs

• 6 eggs (hard boiled, cooked for 10 minutes, peeled and cut in half)
• 2 raw eggs (beaten in a mixing bowl)

Filling

• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon pickles (finely chopped or use relish)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Sea salt & pepper to taste

Breading

• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup butter crackers (blended into crumbs)

For Cooking

• Oil spray or melted butter (for brushing)

Garnish

• Dill (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked egg yolks with mayonnaise, finely chopped pickles or relish, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and pepper. Mash well with a fork until the mixture turns into a smooth puree.
2. Set up Breading Stations: Arrange three separate dishes in this order: one with flour, one with the beaten raw eggs, and one with a mixture of bread crumbs and crushed butter cracker crumbs. This setup will help evenly coat the egg whites.
3. Bread the Egg Whites: Take each halved, cooked egg white and first coat it in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the bread crumb and cracker crumb mixture.
4. Air Fry the Eggs: Place the breaded egg whites into the air fryer basket or dish. Lightly spray or brush them with oil or melted butter. Air fry at 390°F (199°C) for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until they turn a golden brown and crisp.
5. Assemble the Deviled Eggs: Once air fried, spoon or pipe the prepared egg yolk filling into the egg white halves. Garnish with dill or other fresh greens if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the crispy, creamy delight.

Notes

• Make sure eggs are cold and well peeled before cutting in half to keep whites intact.
• Use either relish or finely chopped pickles for different texture variations.
• You can substitute butter crackers with plain salted crackers or panko crumbs for crunch.
• Adjust salt and pepper to taste in the filling mixture for perfect seasoning.
• For extra crispiness, you can double dip the breading by repeating the egg and crumb coating once more.
• Serving immediately after air frying ensures the best texture; the coating may soften if left too long.

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