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A Halloween deviled eggs recipe topped with spiders, and my recipe for the BEST deviled eggs you will ever eat. A great spooky treat for a Halloween party!

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I love, love deviled eggs. In my humble opinion, a party really isn’t complete without them – including a Halloween party!

I first whipped up this “scary” version of my favorite treat for a friend’s Halloween party and they’ve now become an annual tradition. The olives are a teeny bit of extra effort but totally worth the reaction – such a crowd pleaser! Even though adults love them, they are totally kid-friendly too.
Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (2)Let’s talk deviled eggs.

They are one of my favorite foods on the entire planet. If they are on the menu when we are out to eat, I can’t resist ordering them. Chefs are always trying to reinvent the wheel. They come out topped with bacon, smoked, heaped and garnished to the nines. One place even put uni (sea urchinl) on theirs! The sad thing is, they never compare to the deviled eggs I make at home. You just can’t mess with perfection.Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (3)

My recipe for deviled eggs started as a spoonful of this and a dollop of that, but I’ve been asked for the recipe so much I had to nail down exact measurements. I promise they are absolutely the best deviled eggs you’ll ever have. No gimmicks or trends needed. Well, other than fake spiders I guess. I promise though, you can enjoy this recipe all year round.

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A Halloween deviled eggs recipe topped with spiders, and my recipe for the BEST deviled eggs you will ever eat. A great spooky treat for a Halloween party!

  • Author: Kelly Egan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 6 eggs, hard-boiled, peeled and sliced in half
  • 1/4 c. mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 tsp. sweet pickle relish
  • 1 1/2 tsp. yellow mustard
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 six oz. can of whole pitted black olives

Instructions

  1. Separate egg yolks from whites in a medium bowl. Mash the egg yolks, mayonnaise, relish, mustard, garlic and salt.
  2. Scoop even amounts of filling into each egg half. For a cleaner look, use a piping bag to pipe dollops of filling into each egg.
  3. Cut black olives in half for the spider body. Place on egg yolk mixture.
  4. Slice half olives longwise for 4 legs and arrange around olive halves to form a spider.

Notes

Make sure you pick the whole canned black olives, not the pre-sliced ones. The pre-sliced ones are too thick and of course won’t work for the spider body.

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This post is an update from one of my first recipe posts ever – way back in 2012! A few astute readers pointed out that original spiders only had 6 legs! Can you believe I didn’t notice it? I did, in fact, go to medical schoolandstudy science in undergrad, but apparently, that doesn’t always translate to being scientifically-accurate in real life. Apologies for the mistake! This post is now updated with new photos that are anatomically correct. I hope you enjoy this Halloween recipe as much as I do!
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  1. Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (10)Vita says

    I wish I had kids to make this recipe for (adults might think I am a bit nuts for serving them spider-like eggs :D). Looks great indeed 🙂

    Reply

    • Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (11)Kelly says

      I actually took this to a party where there were no kids! Don’t let that stop you!!!

      Reply

  2. Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (12)marla says

    Such a cute and festive idea! Happy Halloween!

    Reply

    • Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (13)Kelly says

      Thanks Marla, you too!

      Reply

  3. Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (14)Suzanne says

    Making these today while the kids are at school. Nice alternative to candy. Thanks for posting this brilliant idea. Good luck in Med school and Happy Halloween!

    Reply

  4. Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (16)KLFoodBlog says

    These are totally adorable! And we are next to you on Tastespotting. Happy halloween!

    Reply

    • Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (17)Kelly says

      Thanks neighbor!

      Reply

  5. Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (18)Betsy @ Desserts Required says

    OMG, beyond creative! The olives may be time consuming, but the WOW factor makes the process worthwhile.

    Reply

    • Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (19)Kelly says

      Thanks! They definitely stole the show!

      Reply

  6. Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (20)carzcarzcarz.com says

    Fabulous, what a website it is! This web site provides
    helpful facts to us, keep it up.

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  7. Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (21)Kathy says

    OK, I so have to do this – fiddle with tiny olive pieces – because I’m having a birthday dinner party next Sunday for my husband, born on Halloween! Adorable.

    Reply

    • Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (22)Kelly Egan - A Side of Sweet says

      Hooray! I’m sure they will be a hit!

      Reply

  8. Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (23)Shannon says

    Spiders have 8 legs…..!

    Reply

    • Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (24)Kelly Egan - A Side of Sweet says

      Ha, you are so right! I’ve been meaning to retake these photos to correct my mistake from so many years ago! 🙂

      Reply

  9. Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (25)Rebecca @ Cooking Therapy says

    Oh this is so creative! I never associate savory foods with Halloween but this might just change my mind 🙂

    Reply

    • Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (26)Kelly Egan - A Side of Sweet says

      Aren’t they fun!? You definitely should make them!

      Reply

  10. Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (27)Trudy says

    I would love to make these spidery deviled eggs, but I really don’t like olives. Is there something that you think would be a good substitute with which to make the spiders? I also went to medical school, but that was way back in 1980. It seems like a lifetime ago. I’m retired now but love to cook. I am such a grammar and word snob. It’s so sad to hear me scream at the TV when people use incorrect grammar. Anyway, my point is that in your introduction you described a lot of odd things that you had seen on or in deviled eggs. You noted that uni was eel. It is not. Uni is the gonads of the sea urchin. It sounds pretty disgusting to me, but apparently it’s a very expensive and cherished product loved by chefs and foodies alike. Sorry to correct you, but I just can’t help myself. LOL.

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    • Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (28)Kelly Egan - A Side of Sweet says

      Oh of course, thanks for catching my mistake! The only black food I can think of is squid ink noodles. Maybe you are more creative than me!

      Reply

  11. Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (29)Nancy M. says

    This looks fabulous!

    Reply

  12. Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe + BEST Deviled Eggs - A Side of Sweet (30)Nancy says

    What a fabulous post!! Very interesting.

    Reply

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FAQs

Is it better to make deviled eggs day before or day of? ›

For the best results, prep your deviled eggs up to two days in advance and keep the egg whites and filling separate until you're ready to serve. This prepping method also applies if you're not even leaving the house.

How to make deviled eggs Gordon Ramsay? ›

  1. Peel boiled eggs and cut each in half lengthwise. ...
  2. Add the yolks to a medium bowl, and add mayonnaise, melted Challenge Butter, mustard, pickle relish (optional), salt, and pepper. ...
  3. Scoop or pipe the deviled egg mixture into each egg white, then top with crumbled bacon and chopped chives.

What is the difference between angel eggs and deviled eggs? ›

A simple and delicious appetizer, this angel eggs recipe is everything you love from the classic with a nicer name. The only difference between angel eggs and deviled eggs is the name! The recipe can easily be doubled or tripled, making it the perfect finger food option for parties, potlucks, and BBQs.

How do you keep deviled eggs from getting rubbery? ›

If you basically steam eggs instead of boiling them, the whites will be softer and less hard/rubbery. And if you pressure-cook-steam them in a pressure cooker, they can be even less hard/rubbery than that (and also peel reeeallly easily).

Should I boil my eggs the night before for deviled eggs? ›

I cook the eggs the day before and (when cooled) cut them in half. I prep the egg yolk mixture (and refrigerate). I place the egg whites, cut side down, onto 1-2 paper towels in a container with a lid. I put one or two paper towels between each layer of egg whites.

How many deviled eggs per person? ›

How many deviled eggs do you need per person? Plan 2 to 3 deviled eggs per person for your get-together. A dozen eggs will make 24 deviled eggs, and that will be enough for 8 to 12 people. If you have leftovers you can store them in the fridge for 24 hours and snack on them the next day.

Why do people put paprika on deviled eggs? ›

The paprika will determine the depth of flavor of each bite. You can garnish with any kind (hot or sweet Hungarian, or hot or sweet smoked), but the better the quality, the more complex the flavor.

How do you boil eggs so they peel easily for deviled eggs? ›

Originally Answered: How do you boil eggs to make great deviled eggs? Don't overcook eggs. I normally put them in cold water, bring them up to a boil, then pull them off the range, cover them with a lid, and let them sit for 15 minutes. Then, plunge them in cold water until they are cooled, and peel them immediately.

What are deviled eggs called in the South? ›

At church functions in parts of the Southern and Midwestern United States, the terms "stuffed eggs", "salad eggs", and "dressed eggs" occur instead, to avoid reference to the word "devil". For this reason, the term "angel eggs" is also occasionally used.

What are the funny names for deviled eggs? ›

One person explained that alternate names for deviled eggs are used in other parts of the U.S., including “stuffed eggs,” “salad eggs,” “dressed eggs,” and “angel eggs” for eggs with less fat and cholesterol.

What is a fun fact about deviled eggs? ›

If we rewind time, we find deviled eggs in ancient Rome, where boiled eggs flavored with spicy sauces were so commonly served as an appetizer that a Roman saying, “ab ovo usque ad mala,” meaning “from egg to apples,” referred to the expected bookends of a meal.

Do deviled eggs taste good the next day? ›

As long as you store them in the fridge, you can eat refrigerated deviled eggs (or any cooked egg dish) within four days, according to the USDA, but you should aim to eat them within two days for optimal freshness. Once you take them out of the fridge, you should serve them within two hours.

Can you make deviled eggs for the next day? ›

You sure can! Though many people think that deviled eggs are best when they're freshly made, they're also great made a little bit ahead of time. To make deviled eggs ahead of time, all you have to do is meal prep all of the components. In other words, boil the eggs, remove the yolks, and prepare the filling.

How do you keep deviled eggs good overnight? ›

If the deviled eggs are filled and assembled, they can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours, covered with plastic wrap, or inside a deviled egg container. However, if the filling and eggs are kept separate, the filling will last 2 to 3 days inside a zip bag, and the hard-boiled egg whites up to 5 days.

Do deviled eggs keep well overnight? ›

Once prepared, deviled eggs should be stored in the refrigerator immediately. They should be consumed within three to four days, which is generally considered the maximum amount of time deviled eggs remain safe to eat when stored in the refrigerator.

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