Elote Deviled Eggs: 12 Fiesta Delights
Elote Deviled Eggs: 12 Fiesta Delights are a vibrant and festive twist on the classic deviled eggs, inspired by the flavors of Mexican street corn. These delightful appetizers combine creamy yolk filling with smoky chipotle mayo, tangy lime, and crumbled cheese for a taste that’s both exciting and satisfying. Perfect for any occasion—be it game day, potlucks, or family gatherings—these easy-to-make bites will surely impress guests of all ages. Plus, they can be prepared ahead of time, making them a convenient choice for stress-free entertaining. Gather your ingredients and get ready to elevate your appetizer game!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 (24 halves) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large eggs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Toppings: crumbled cotija cheese
- diced red onion
- diced jalapeño (optional)
- chipotle mayo
- paprika
Instructions
- Boil the eggs in cold water until hard-boiled (about 10-12 minutes). Cool under cold water and peel.
- Slice eggs in half and scoop out yolks into a bowl. Mash yolks and mix with mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fill egg whites with the yolk mixture using a spoon or piping bag.
- Top with crumbled cotija cheese, diced onion, jalapeño (if desired), and drizzle with chipotle mayo.
- Garnish with paprika before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg