Deviled Eggs in Air Fryer

Deviled eggs in air fryer are super delicious, crunchy, and easy to make. When I first tried deviled eggs at one of my friends’ houses, I was blown away. So, I had to try making deviled eggs in an air fryer at my place and share them with you.

My boyfriend totally loved the air-fried deviled eggs. This is an awesome afternoon snack. Eating boiled eggs should not always be boring; you can turn your usual boiled eggs into deviled eggs. Deviled eggs in an air fryer is a new, delicious, and healthy way of having eggs.

So, what are you waiting for? Let's start with an interesting recipe? I’ll be sharing two types of deviled eggs recipes. You can choose either one according to your preference. If you like making this type of quick egg recipe, be sure to check these air fryer egg bites

Jump to:

• What makes a deviled egg deviled?
• How do you make hard-boiled eggs in the air fryer?
• Ingredients needed to make deviled egg in an air fryer:
• How to make air fryer deviled eggs?
• Ingredients for fried deviled eggs
• Instructions for fried deviled eggs in air fryer:
• How are deviled eggs normally served?
• Tips for easy-peel hard-boiled eggs for deviled eggs in an air fryer
• Why are deviled eggs so good?
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What makes a deviled egg deviled?

The aggressive seasoning of the egg yolk makes deviled eggs. Deviled eggs were originally made in Rome as a gathering snack.

Deviled eggs are also called stuffed eggs, Russian eggs, or even called dressed eggs.

How do you make hard-boiled eggs in the air fryer?

We need a hard-boiled egg for the recipe, so we’ll boil the eggs first. You can make them in an air fryer as well. And if you didn’t know hard-boiled eggs can be made in an air fryer then you’re missing the easiest method.

You don’t even need water to boil them in air fryer. For more information here’s the full post on air fryer hard boiled eggs.

Ingredients needed to make deviled egg in an air fryer:

• 4-5 Hard-Boiled eggs
• 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Yellow Mustard
• ½ teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar
• ½ tablespoon Paprika
• Salt and Pepper to taste

How to make air fryer deviled eggs?

1. First, boil the eggs in your air fryer. Remove the eggs and directly give a nice ice bath. Let the eggs sit for 5 minutes in the ice water and peel them.
2. Slice the eggs half lengthwise.

3. Remove the yolk (yellow part) and put it in a bowl.

4. Mash the yolk using a fork. After that add mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix them well until combined.

5. Now scoop the mixture of yolk and place it back into the white part of the eggs.
6. Sprinkle some paprika and freshly chopped coriander to give a classic finish.
7. Serve and enjoy.

Note: This was the simple and classic deviled eggs in air fryer. I also have the recipe for fried deviled eggs in air fryer.

Ingredients for fried deviled eggs

• 4-5 Eggs
• 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• ¼ teaspoon Paprika
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cup bread crumbs
• 1 large egg
• Oil
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions for fried deviled eggs in air fryer:

1. Take hard-boiled eggs and cut them in half lengthwise.

2. Remove the yolks and put them in a bowl.

3. Mash the egg yolks using a fork. Add mayonnaise, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper.

4. Mix well until combined and set it aside.

5. Now we’ll start preparing for the egg coating. Put flour and bread crumbs in a separate bowl/plate. And beat egg and hot sauce together in a separate bowl.
6. Transfer the egg whites into the flour, coat them properly, drop them into the beaten egg, and then in the bread crumbs. Repeat the process for all the egg whites.

7. Meanwhile, preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 2-3 minutes.
8. Spray a thin layer of oil in the air fryer basket. Place the coated egg whites in a single layer and spray the eggs with the cooking oil.

9. Cook them at 200C/400F for 4 minutes on each side or until the eggs are golden brown.

10. Remove the crunchy egg whites and place the yolk mixture on the center.

11. Serve and enjoy.

You can find the deviled eggs in the air fryer recipe in the printable card below.

How are deviled eggs normally served?

Deviled eggs are usually served cold. But you can have it as you prefer. Serve deviled egg in an air fryer as a side dish or appetizer.

Tips for easy-peel hard-boiled eggs for deviled eggs in an air fryer

• Directly put the eggs into the ice water bowl from the air fryer basket to avoid overcooking.
• Let the eggs sit in the ice water for about 5 minutes and peel the eggs.
• These two tips help to remove the eggshell easily.

Why are deviled eggs so good?

• The deviled egg is simply the hard-boiled eggs in which the yolk is mixed with the seasoning and stuffed back into the egg whites.
• Easy and quick snack.
• Get ready in no time.
• Healthy and delicious.

Here are some of the frequently asked questions.

Is it safe to boil eggs in an air fryer?

Yes, it’s safe to boil eggs in an air fryer. In fact, it’s the easiest way of boiling perfect hard-boiled eggs in air fryer without any water.

Are deviled eggs in air fryer bad for you?

No, they are not. In my opinion, they are simply the delicious and fancy version of boring boiled eggs.

Can you make deep-fried deviled eggs in the air fryer?

Yes, you can. I have shared the fried deviled eggs in air fryer recipe above. You can follow the instructions and make crunchy deviled eggs in an air fryer.

What does deviled mean in cooking?

Cooking food aggressively with hot and spicy seasonings means devil in cooking. Deviled eggs in air fryer is also seasoned with different types of spices.

How to store deviled egg in an air fryer?

Deviled eggs are good when served immediately. They don’t hold well when stored.

Equipment: Air fryer

Course: Snack, Side dish
Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 1hour 10 minutes
Cook Time:12 minutes

If you like deviled egg in air fryer, look what else you can air fry:

• Air fryer poached eggs
• Air fryer omelette

If you’ve tried this recipe, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below.

You can also check our Youtube video for making Crunchy deviled eggs in an air fryer.

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