Deviled Egg Christmas Trees

So yesterday, Sarah and I were looking for something festive to add to the holiday table. We decided to make our Deviled Egg Christmas Trees. I never thought I'd enjoy creating these adorable mini-trees as much as I do, and they’re always a hit at family gatherings. The thing is, they not only look cute but taste fantastic too! Plus, Alex always asks for seconds, which makes the extra effort so worth it. If you're looking for a show-stopping appetizer that's both child-friendly and fun, these deviled eggs might just become your new holiday tradition. You can also take a peek at our Gluten-Free Lemon Crinkle Cookies for a perfect dessert pairing.

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Deviled Egg Christmas Trees

Why you’ll love this recipe

These Deviled Egg Christmas Trees are as fun to make as they are to eat. They're not only visually appealing but packed with flavor too! The spinach gives them a vibrant green pop, while the combination of mustard and smoked paprika adds that familiar, comforting deviled egg taste. It's like bringing a touch of magic to your table with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

7 large eggs
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, sliced thin
5 oz baby spinach
⅓ cup mayo
1 tablespoon mustard
½ lemon (juice)
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon hot sauce
2 tablespoons dehydrated potato flakes
1 red fresno chili pepper, minced
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into small stars
Parmesan cheese

Step-by-step instructions

Bring water to a boil and add the eggs. Cook them at a hard boil for 9 and a half minutes. While they cook, fill a bowl with ice and water. Scoop the eggs out of the boiling water and add them to the ice bath to cool.
Peel the eggs and rinse them. Slice them in half the short way so that each half is round. Put the yolks in a bowl and set aside in the fridge until ready to use. Cut the bottom tips off the eggs to allow them to stand up straight.
Add the butter to a frying pan over medium heat. When the butter starts melting, add the garlic. Stir in the spinach and cook for about 5 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and allow to cool fully.
In a blender, add the spinach mixture, egg yolks, mayo, mustard, lemon juice, paprika, hot sauce, and potato flakes. Blend until smooth. Put the filling into the fridge to cool fully.
If the mixture isn't thick enough to stand tall, add a little more potato flakes and stir to combine. Transfer to a piping bag with a star tip.
Place the egg whites on a platter. Pipe the filling into the egg whites, bobbing the piping tip up and down slightly to form a tree shape.
Use two toothpicks to add 5 or 6 pieces of diced red pepper to each tree as decoration. Top with the star of yellow pepper.
Grate Parmesan cheese over the deviled egg trees to serve.

Recipe tips & variations

For a little extra color and flavor, try adding some finely chopped fresh herbs to the filling. If you’re short on time, frozen spinach works wonders and cuts down on prep.

Storage & reheating

Store any leftover deviled eggs in an airtight container in the fridge. They should stay fresh for up to two days. Unfortunately, they don’t reheat well, so enjoy them fresh!

FAQs

How do you make deviled eggs look like Christmas trees?

You simply pipe the yolk mixture using a star-tipped piping bag to form a tree shape on each egg white half.

What gives the green color to the deviled egg Christmas tree filling?

The vibrant green comes from blanched, pureed spinach mixed into the yolk filling.

Can deviled egg Christmas trees be prepared ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the filling a few hours in advance. Just store it separately and assemble the trees right before serving.

How do you make the decorations stay on the deviled egg trees?

Using toothpicks to attach the red pepper pieces ensures they stay put. The cheese also helps to secure everything in place.

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I hope you enjoy making and sharing these Deviled Egg Christmas Trees as much as my family does. They're a tasty, creative twist on the classic deviled egg that brings smiles all around the table.