Our bacon deviled eggs are a dressed-up version of the potluck classic. If you know how to make deviled eggs, you’ll find this recipe just as simple, but loaded with flavorful ingredients in every bite. With succulent bacon, pungent red onions, and sweet pickled relish to mellow it all out, this deviled egg recipe with bacon will be the ultimate crowd-pleaser at your party.
Ingredients for Bacon Deviled Eggs
- Hard-boiled eggs: There are a lot of different eggs at the market (and which are the best eggs to buy?), but there’s less cause to be picky when your eggs will be hard-boiled. We do, however, recommend using eggs that are reaching their use-by date. Older eggs peel more easily than fresh.
- Mayonnaise: In case you’re in the market for new mayonnaise, here’s a list of our preferred mayonnaise brands, from the best for dips and sandwiches to salads and all-purpose.
- Bacon: When making deviled eggs with bacon, there are so few ingredients that the quality and taste of each one matters, especially with a standout ingredient like bacon. Here’s what our Test Kitchen pros have found to be the best bacon brands.
- Red onion: Be sure to chop the red onions very finely. No one wants to bite into a thick piece of pungent red onion.
- Pickle relish: We sweeten these eggs just a touch with pickle relish.
- Smoked paprika: Traditionally on almost every deviled egg recipe, smoked paprika adds spice, smokiness and a beautiful fiery red color.
Directions
Step 1: Slice the eggs
Cut the eggs in half lengthwise. Transfer the yolks to a small bowl, and set the egg whites aside.
Editor’s Tip: Cut off a very small end on the rounded side of each egg white so they don’t topple when filling and transporting.
Step 2: Make the filling
In a small bowl, mash the yolks with a fork. Add the mayonnaise, bacon, red onion and pickled relish. Stir everything together until well incorporated.
Editor’s Tip: For an extra-creamy and smooth filling, pulse the ingredients in a food processor.
Step 3: Fill the eggs
Spoon the filling into the egg whites. You could use a piping bag or sandwich bag for a cleaner looking presentation—just make sure you cut a hole big enough so the filling doesn’t get lodged. Make the presentation even prettier, and use a piping tip!
Step 4: Sprinkle with paprika
Lightly dust paprika on top of each deviled egg. Refrigerate the eggs until you’re ready to serve.
Bacon Deviled Eggs Variations
- Smoke the eggs: Put a delicious and unexpected spin on these bacon deviled eggs, and smoke the hard-boiled eggs with hickory wood chips. It’s unusual, we know, but the smokiness pairs excellently with the bacon and the sharpness of the paprika and onions. Here’s how to make smoked deviled eggs.
- Swap the onion: Are red onions too pungent for your palate? Sub in chopped green onions or caramelized onions instead. Even using ground mustard recreates the zippy spiciness without being too bold.
- Finish with another garnish: If these are making their way to a party, dress them up a little to really wow. Add a sprig of dill or parsley, crumbled bacon, thinly sliced radishes, a few dashes of hot sauce or pickled jalapenos for heat.
How to Store Bacon Deviled Eggs
Store leftover bacon deviled eggs in an airtight container. They will really only last about two more days in the fridge before they dry out and get stinky.
Can I make bacon deviled eggs ahead of time?
Yes, there are a few ways to make bacon deviled eggs in advance. You can simply hard-boil the eggs, and store them in the fridge about a week in advance.
If you want to knock out a little more prep than that, start making the eggs two days beforehand by cutting the hard-boiled eggs in half and scooping out the yolks from the whites. Place the egg whites on your intended serving platter, cover them in storage wrap so the wrap directly covers the top of the egg whites, and refrigerate them. Next, make your filling, add it to a resealable bag or piping bag, and store it in the fridge. Once you’re ready to serve, warm up the bag with your hands to make it a bit easier to pipe, and fill in the egg whites.
Bacon Deviled Eggs Tips
How do I cook eggs for deviled eggs?
You’ll want to hard-boil eggs for deviled eggs. There can be a lot of noise on what goes into hard-boiling, but our extensive guide shows you exactly how to boil eggs on the stovetop, with guidelines on timing, peeling and storage.
What’s the best way to peel deviled eggs?
Here’s our favorite method on how to peel a hard-boiled egg without creating a huge mess. We’ve included other tips and tricks, too, like making sure to use old eggs and starting them out in cold water first.
