Air Fryer Deviled Eggs Recipe

Introduction

These Air Fryer Deviled Eggs put a crispy twist on a classic favorite. With a creamy filling and a crunchy golden coating, they make a perfect appetizer or snack that’s easy to prepare using your air fryer.

Ingredients

• 8 large eggs, divided
• 2 tbsp. mayonnaise
• 2 1/2 tsp. sweet pickle relish
• 1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard, divided
• 1 1/2 tsp. yellow mustard, divided
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup finely ground Ritz cracker crumbs (from 15 to 20 crackers)
• 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. dried parsley flakes
• Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
• Olive oil or other neutral cooking spray
• Ground paprika, for dusting
• Fresh dill, for serving

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 6 eggs in the air fryer basket and cook at 250°F for 17 minutes. Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool for easier peeling. Once cool, peel the eggs carefully.
2. Step 2: Slice peeled eggs in half lengthwise. Scoop out the yolks into a medium bowl and set the whites aside. To the yolks, add mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1 teaspoon yellow mustard. Mash and mix until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag or a plastic bag with a small corner cut and refrigerate.
3. Step 3: Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour; one with the remaining 2 eggs beaten together with 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper; and a third with Ritz cracker crumbs, panko, garlic powder, parsley flakes, cayenne pepper if using, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
4. Step 4: Dip each egg white half first into the flour, then the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Coat generously with the panko crumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place coated egg whites on a baking sheet and spray both sides lightly with cooking spray.
5. Step 5: Arrange the eggs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding. Air fry at 390°F for 8 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crispy. Let them cool slightly.
6. Step 6: Arrange the crispy egg white halves on a serving platter. Pipe the yolk filling into each egg white half. Dust with paprika and garnish with fresh dill before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use a small piping tip or snip the corner off your bag to neatly fill the egg whites with the yolk mixture.
• For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or smoked paprika to the yolk filling.
• Try swapping the panko crumbs for crushed cornflakes for a different crunch and flavor.
• If you prefer less spice, omit the cayenne pepper.

Storage

Store leftover deviled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To maintain crispiness, it’s best to fill the eggs just before serving. Reheat the coated egg whites in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes if desired, then add the chilled filling.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I boil the eggs instead of using an air fryer for step 1?

Yes, you can hard boil the eggs on the stove as usual. The air fryer step is just a convenient way to cook them evenly without water.

Will the coating stay crispy after refrigeration?

The crispy coating may soften when refrigerated, so it’s best to fill the eggs just before serving or re-crisp them briefly in the air fryer.

Air Fryer Deviled Eggs Recipe

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These Air Fryer Deviled Eggs offer a crispy, golden twist on the classic deviled eggs recipe. Hard-boiled eggs are cooked in the air fryer, then filled with a creamy, tangy yolk mixture, coated in a seasoned panko and cracker crumb breading, and air fried again for a crunchy finish. Finished with a dusting of paprika and fresh dill, these are perfect as a savory appetizer or party snack.

• Author: Clara
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 27 minutes
• Total Time: 42 minutes
• Yield: 12 deviled egg halves (6 eggs worth) 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Eggs and Filling

• 8 large eggs, divided
• 2 tbsp. mayonnaise
• 2 1/2 tsp. sweet pickle relish
• 1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard, divided
• 1 1/2 tsp. yellow mustard, divided
• Kosher salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Breading

• 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs (from 8 total), lightly beaten with 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard and 1/2 tsp. yellow mustard
• 1/2 cup finely ground Ritz cracker crumbs (from 15 to 20 crackers)
• 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. dried parsley flakes
• Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
• 3/4 tsp. kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• Olive oil or neutral cooking spray, for spraying

For Garnish

• Ground paprika, for dusting
• Fresh dill, for serving

Instructions

1. Cook the eggs: Place 6 eggs in the air fryer basket and cook at 250°F for 17 minutes. Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool completely, then peel the shells off carefully.
2. Prepare the yolk filling: Slice the peeled eggs in half lengthwise, scoop out the yolks into a medium bowl, and set the egg whites aside. Add mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, 1 tsp. Dijon mustard, and 1 tsp. yellow mustard to the yolks. Mash and stir with a fork until very smooth and creamy. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Transfer the mixture into a piping bag or a gallon zip-top bag with a small tip. Refrigerate until ready to use.
3. Prepare the breading stations: Pour the all-purpose flour into a shallow bowl. In a second shallow bowl, beat the remaining 2 eggs with 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp. yellow mustard, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. In a third shallow bowl, mix the finely ground Ritz crackers, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, dried parsley flakes, cayenne pepper if using, 3/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. black pepper.
4. Bread the egg whites: Working one egg white at a time, dip into the flour, then into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Coat generously in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place the coated egg whites on a baking sheet and lightly spray both sides with olive oil or neutral cooking spray.
5. Air fry the breaded eggs: Arrange the eggs in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook at 390°F, flipping the eggs halfway through, for 8 to 10 minutes until they become deeply golden and crispy. Let cool slightly before handling.
6. Assemble and serve: Arrange the crispy egg whites on a serving platter. Pipe the creamy yolk filling into each egg white half. Dust with ground paprika and garnish with fresh dill. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

• Use an air fryer with enough space to avoid overcrowding, ensuring even cooking and crispiness.
• Cooling the eggs in an ice bath immediately after cooking helps with easier peeling.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of mustard or pickle relish in the yolk filling to taste.
• If you don’t have Ritz crackers, substitute with finely crushed buttery crackers.
• Cooking times may vary slightly depending on air fryer model.
• The recipe yields 6 deviled eggs made from 6 cooked eggs; leftover eggs can be used for other dishes.

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