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Flavorful Guacamole Deviled Eggs with Pickled Jalapenos and Cotija

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A creamy and tangy twist on classic deviled eggs featuring guacamole, pickled jalapenos, and crumbly cotija cheese, perfect for parties and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
  • 2 medium ripe avocados
  • 3 tablespoons pickled jalapenos, chopped
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for lighter option)

Instructions

  1. Place 12 large eggs in a single layer in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by about an inch (approx. 4-5 cups). Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then immediately reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
  2. Remove the eggs and place them in an ice bath for at least 5 minutes to cool.
  3. Gently tap each egg on the counter to crack the shell all over, then peel under cold running water. Pat dry with paper towels.
  4. Slice each egg in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the yolks into a mixing bowl. Set the whites aside on your serving platter.
  5. Add the ripe avocados, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the yolks. Mash everything together with a fork until smooth but still a bit chunky for texture.
  6. Fold in the chopped pickled jalapenos, crumbled cotija cheese (reserve a tiny bit for garnish), and chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Transfer the guacamole yolk mixture to a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner cut off. Pipe the filling evenly into the egg white halves or spoon in for a rustic look.
  8. Sprinkle the tops with remaining cotija cheese and a few extra chopped pickled jalapenos for color and flavor.
  9. Chill the deviled eggs in the fridge for at least 20 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

Notes

Use ripe avocados that yield slightly when pressed for best texture. Adding mayonnaise smooths the filling and helps it hold together when piped. Peel eggs under running water to keep whites smooth. Chill eggs after filling to firm up the filling and enhance flavors. For dairy-free version, substitute mayonnaise with dairy-free mayo and cotija cheese with nutritional yeast.

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Keywords: deviled eggs, guacamole, pickled jalapenos, cotija cheese, party appetizer, easy recipe, creamy filling, spicy, crowd-pleaser

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