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These air fryer deviled eggs have tender whites and a creamy garlic Dijon filling with a bright lemony flavor. Cook the whole eggs in their shells in the air fryer, then peel, fill, and garnish. They’re an easy appetizer for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or a weekend gathering.
A note from ChihYu
I like using the air fryer because I don’t need to wait for a pot of water to boil. For the filling, a mini food processor gives me the smooth, creamy texture I like, though you can use a fork, too.
Key ingredients
- Large eggs: Use refrigerated large eggs to match this recipe’s cooking instructions. Six whole eggs make 12 filled halves.
- Mayonnaise: I use Kewpie mayo, but regular mayonnaise works, too.
- Lemon juice: Use 2 tablespoons, or increase to 2½ tablespoons if you like a sharper, stronger lemon flavor.
Before you air fry
I currently use a 6-quart Instant Pot Vortex. Preheat your air fryer before adding the eggs, using your model’s default preheat setting.
Cooking times can vary between models, so I recommend testing one egg first before cooking a batch of six in a different air fryer. A trivet that fits inside the basket keeps the eggs from rolling around.
How to make air fryer deviled eggs
- Cook and cool the eggs. Place the eggs on the trivet in the preheated basket, leaving space between them. After cooking, transfer them to a bowl of cold water.
- Peel while still slightly warm. Let the eggs cool until comfortable to handle, about 10–15 minutes. I’ve found that when they get too cold, the shells cling more tightly and are harder to peel. Gently tap the dull end first, then peel the eggs.
- Blend and fill. Slice the eggs in half lengthwise, from the pointed end to the rounded end. Gently scoop out the yolks with a small teaspoon, then blend them with the filling ingredients until creamy and smooth. You can also mash thoroughly with a fork. Spoon or pipe the filling into the whites, then finish with chopped chives and paprika.
What to serve with deviled eggs
For a holiday appetizer spread, add a bowl of marinated olives with citrus and fresh herbs. My charcuterie skewers are another easy finger food to serve alongside them.
Air fryer deviled eggs recipe
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs refrigerated
- 3 tbsp kewpie mayo or regular mayo
- 2-2.5 tbsp lemon juice
- 1.5 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp coarse salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- Garnish chive chopped
- Sprinkle Sweet paprika or smoked paprika
Equipment
- 1 Trivet that fits inside the air fryer basket
- 1 Mini food processor or mixing bowl and fork
- 1 Small piping bag optional
Instructions
- Preheat. Preheat the air fryer using its default preheat setting.
- Arrange the eggs. Place a trivet inside the basket to keep the eggs from rolling around. Arrange the six refrigerated eggs on the trivet with space between them.
- Cook and cool. Air fry at 280°F (138°C) for 13 minutes. Carefully remove the eggs using oven mitts and transfer them to a bowl of cold water. Let cool for about 10–15 minutes, until comfortable to handle but still slightly warm.
- Peel and halve. Gently tap the dull end of each egg first, then peel while still slightly warm. Slice the eggs in half lengthwise with a small paring knife. Scoop the yolks into a mini food processor or mixing bowl.
- Make the filling. Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the yolks. Pulse until creamy and smooth, or mash and mix thoroughly with a fork.
- Fill and serve. Spoon or pipe the filling into the egg whites. Arrange on a serving plate and garnish with chopped chives and paprika. Serve at room temperature.
Notes
- Air fryer: I currently use a 6-quart Instant Pot Vortex. Different models can cook differently; test one whole egg first before cooking a batch of six in a different model.
- Lemon juice: The larger amount gives the filling a sharper, more lemony flavor.
- Make ahead: Cook and peel the eggs a day ahead. Refrigerate them whole in a covered container, then halve, fill, and garnish on the day of serving.
- Leftovers: Refrigerate in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I made this dish as soon as it came out as we had some friends over for dinner and these deviled eggs are the perfect appetizer. The new hack of making hard-boiled eggs in an air fryer is a total game changer! It saves water and I don’t need to wait for the water to boil! Also, love the tip of using a small blender to blend the yolk filling. So creamy and rich. My grandma used to make the best deviled eggs and she adds a touch of horse radish to the filling. I will try that next time. Very yummy dish. We loved it!