Halloween Deviled Eggs

Don’t be tricked—these spiders are made from olives! Creepy, crawly Halloween deviled eggs are the tastiest way to celebrate spooky season. There's no shortage of creative ways to decorate your food for the holiday, but this ghoulish version of deviled eggs will keep kids and adults fueled for a night of trick-or-treating or scary movie watching. The black tea marinade is an easy way to create a crackled web design on the eggs for one of the most eye-popping features on your Halloween snack table.

How long do you boil eggs for deviled eggs?

You'll need hard-boiled eggs for this recipe, meaning firm whites and fully cooked yolks. Add the eggs to gently simmering water and let them cook for about 12 minutes. Then transfer the eggs to an ice bath to prevent overcooking. The cold water also makes the eggs easier to peel.

How do you make Halloween deviled eggs?

These spooky deviled eggs get their seasonal color from a delicious tea marinade. It's similar to one used for Chinese tea eggs. To create the spiderweb design, use a spoon (or gently roll the eggs on the counter) to slightly crack the shells of the boiled eggs. Then marinate the eggs for at least 12 hours. When you are ready to serve the eggs, remove the shells, slice them in half, and mix the yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, and a savory dash of soy sauce. Spoon the filling into the whites and use canned black olives to make the cute spider garnish.

Can you make Halloween deviled eggs the night before an event?

Yes, Halloween deviled eggs are a perfect make-ahead finger food because they have to marinate. Once assembled, store the deviled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve. They can be made up to three days in advance.

What other spooky recipes go well with Halloween deviled eggs?

If you want to go all-out with a holiday-inspired snack spread, serve these creepy eggs alongside Halloween bark, ghost cupcakes, and candy corn cookies.