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Festive Christmas Tree Deviled Eggs arranged in a tree shape make a creative holiday appetizer.
Lady Maria

Christmas Tree Deviled Eggs

These Christmas Tree Deviled Eggs are a festive and delicious appetizer perfect for any holiday gathering. They combine the classic flavors of deviled eggs with a creative and eye-catching Christmas tree design using avocado and colorful garnishes, making them a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish, finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 avocado, mashed
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
  • Red bell pepper, cut into small star shapes
  • Pimiento, finely diced
  • Fresh dill sprigs
  • Pretzel sticks, broken into smaller pieces

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Ice bath
  • Mixing bowls
  • Piping Bag
  • Star tip
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Serving platter
  • Fork
  • spoon
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

  1. Place the eggs in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 12 minutes.
  2. Transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  3. Gently peel the eggs and pat them dry.
  4. Slice the eggs lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks. Place the yolks in a medium mixing bowl.
  5. Using a fork, mash the egg yolks until they are smooth.
  6. Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sweet pickle relish, salt, and pepper to the mashed yolks. Mix well until everything is creamy and well combined.
  7. Taste the filling and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  8. Spoon the deviled egg mixture back into the egg white halves, or use a piping bag for a more decorative look.
  9. In a separate bowl, mash the avocado until smooth. Add the lime juice and finely chopped cilantro. Mix well.
  10. Transfer the avocado mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
  11. Starting at the bottom of each deviled egg, pipe the avocado mixture in a swirling, upward motion to create a Christmas tree shape.
  12. Use small pieces of red bell pepper cut into star shapes, finely diced pimiento, and fresh dill sprigs to decorate the 'Christmas tree'.
  13. Insert a small piece of pretzel stick at the bottom of each deviled egg to create the 'tree trunk'.
  14. Carefully arrange the Christmas Tree Deviled Eggs on a serving platter.
  15. Chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours if not serving immediately.
  16. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

To prevent the avocado from browning, add lime juice and cover the surface with plastic wrap if preparing in advance. For easier peeling, use eggs that are a week or two old and transfer them to an ice bath after boiling. If you don't have a piping bag, use a resealable plastic bag. For variations, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce for spicy deviled eggs, or make vegan deviled eggs with tofu and vegan mayonnaise.