Christmas Tree Deviled Eggs (Avocado & Lime)
A festive twist on a classic appetizer! Creamy avocado and egg yolk filling is piped high to resemble Christmas trees, decorated with pepper ornaments and cheese stars.
Equipment
- Piping bag
- Large Open Star Piping Tip (e.g., Wilton 1M or 2D) - Essential for the tree texture
- Mini star cookie cutter (optional, but saves time)
Ingredients
The Base:
- 6 large eggs hard-boiled and peeled
- 1 medium ripe avocado gives the structure and green color
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise optional, for smoothness
- 2 tsp fresh lime juice crucial to prevent browning
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 2-3 drops green gel food coloring if you want a vibrant, cartoon-green color
The Decorations:
- Ornaments: 1/4 red bell pepper finely diced into tiny squares
- Stars: 1 thick slice of block cheddar cheese OR yellow bell pepper cut with a mini star cutter or knife
- Snow: 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: Slice the hard-boiled eggs in half horizontally (or vertically, depending on preference, though horizontal creates a rounder base). Gently remove the yolks and place them in a mixing bowl. Set whites aside on a serving platter.
- Make the Filling: Add the ripe avocado, lime juice, mayonnaise, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the yolks. Mash firmly with a fork or use a food processor until completely smooth and creamy.
- Tip: If the mixture is too thick to pipe, add a teaspoon of olive oil or more mayo. If it is too runny, add a little extra boiled yolk or potato flakes.
- Pipe the Trees: Transfer the mixture into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe the filling into the hole of the egg white, moving in a circular motion and spiraling upward to create a tiered "tree" shape. Pull the bag up quickly at the top to create a peak.
- Decorate:
- Place a cheese or pepper star on the very top of each tree.
- Gently press the diced red pepper ornaments into the sides of the filling.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan snow over the tops and onto the plate.
- Serve: Serve immediately. If making ahead, cover loosely with plastic wrap (supported by toothpicks so it doesn't smash the trees) and refrigerate for up to 4 hours.
Notes
Avocado Alternatives: If you prefer a traditional deviled egg taste, skip the avocado. Use 6 yolks, 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp mustard, and green gel food coloring. Note that traditional filling is softer, so you may need to chill it before piping to help it stand up tall.
Spice it up: Add a pinch of cayenne or finely diced jalapeño to the mixture for a "Grinch" kick.
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