Dessert

Thanksgiving Deviled Eggs Recipe

ByRita Bennet November 25, 2025November 25, 2025

Introduction

These Thanksgiving Deviled Eggs are a flavorful twist on a classic appetizer, perfect for holiday gatherings. Creamy, tangy, and seasoned with smoked paprika, they bring a festive touch to any table.

The image shows about a dozen halved boiled eggs, each with three layers: a smooth white egg white base as the bottom layer, topped with a thick, swirled, bright orange creamy filling, which forms the middle and main layer, and small green leaves placed on top as a fresh garnish for the final layer. The eggs are placed closely together on a light brown, wooden board with visible grain lines and cracks. The focus is on the front eggs with a soft background blur. The setting has bright and natural lighting, and the background is a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

6 boiled eggs
2 tablespoons mayonnaise

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon creme fraiche (or soft cream cheese or sour cream)
2 tablespoons smoked paprika (not the hot one)

½ teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Sprigs fresh sage leaves (for garnish)

Sprigs fresh thyme leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare hard boiled eggs using your preferred method—boiling, Instant Pot, or steaming. Once cooked, peel the eggs and slice them in half lengthwise.
Step 2: Gently push from the back of each egg half to pop out the yolk, avoiding tearing the egg white.

Step 3: In a medium bowl, combine the egg yolks, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, creme fraiche, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well with a hand mixer until smooth.
Step 4: Transfer the yolk mixture into a large zip-top bag or piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
Step 5: Pipe the filling back into the egg whites evenly.

Step 6: Garnish each deviled egg with small sprigs of fresh sage, thyme, or minced chives for a fresh, elegant finish.

Tips & Variations

Use creme fraiche for a richer, tangier flavor, or substitute with sour cream or soft cream cheese if needed.
Smoked paprika adds a mild smoky depth; avoid hot paprika to keep the flavor balanced.

Try adding a pinch of cayenne or a dash of hot sauce to the filling for a spicy kick.
Fresh herbs like chives or parsley can be used alternative garnishes if sage and thyme aren’t available.

Storage

Store deviled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For best texture, add garnishes just before serving. Reheat is not recommended; serve chilled.