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Crispy Air-Fryer Deviled Eggs

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Crunchy air-fried deviled eggs filled with a creamy, tangy yolk mixture and coated in golden breadcrumbs and cracker crumbs — a lighter, irresistible party snack made without deep frying.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, hard-boiled (10 minutes), peeled and halved
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped pickles or pickle relish
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Sea salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 raw eggs, beaten (for dredging)
  • ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup butter crackers (e.g., Ritz), blitzed and mixed with breadcrumbs
  • Oil spray or melted butter (for brushing/spraying)
  • Fresh dill or chives, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Hard-boil the eggs for 9–11 minutes, then immediately cool in an ice bath. Once chilled, peel and slice in half.
  2. Gently remove yolks and mash with mayonnaise, chopped pickles or relish, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  3. Transfer yolk mixture to a piping bag or zip-top bag with the corner snipped. Pipe filling into the egg white halves. Chill briefly to firm up.
  4. Set up a dredging station: one bowl with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mix of breadcrumbs and crushed cracker crumbs.
  5. Pat each egg half dry, then carefully dredge: first in flour, then beaten egg, then breadcrumb mixture. Press crumbs on lightly to help them stick.
  6. Spray or brush both sides of the coated egg halves with oil spray or melted butter.
  7. Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 4–5 minutes per side, flipping gently halfway through. Check for doneness starting around minute 3 — they should be golden and crisp.
  8. Optional: pipe a little extra yolk filling on top after frying, then garnish with fresh dill or a sprinkle of smoked paprika.
  9. Serve warm or at room temperature for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Chill filled eggs before breading to help them stay intact during coating.
  • Use cracker crumbs mixed with breadcrumbs for extra flavor and crunch.
  • Air-fried deviled eggs are best served fresh; reheating can soften the crust.
  • Make-ahead tip: prepare and chill the breaded eggs, then air fry just before serving.
  • Try adding a pinch of smoked paprika or hot sauce to the yolk filling for extra zing.

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