Looking for a party-ready appetizer (or side dish) with a kick? These Cajun Deviled Eggs are filled with creamy mayo, a splash of hot sauce, and diced pickled jalapeno for just the right amount of heat (but not too spicy!), then topped with smoked paprika and fresh green onion.
If you're planning a Cajun-inspired meal, serve these deviled eggs alongside my Fried Green Tomatoes with Cajun Shrimp for an appetizer spread everyone will love.
Quick Look: Cajun Deviled Eggs
- ⏲️Ready in: 10 minutes (plus time to boil and cool the eggs)
- 👪Yields: 12 deviled eggs
- 🥘Key Ingredients: Eggs, mayo, jalapenos, hot sauce, smoked paprika
- 🍳Method: Stovetop or egg steamer
- ⭐Difficulty: Easy
- 👩🍳Texture/Flavor: Creamy, tangy, mildly spicy, slightly smoky.
- ☀️Best For: Parties, potlucks, picnics, and holiday gatherings.
- ✅Why You'll Love Them: A flavorful twist on classic deviled eggs that's easy to make.
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These eggs pair wonderfully with my flavorful Easy Creole Chicken and Rice for a filling weeknight dinner.
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Complete your appetizer spread with my Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Ball. It's another easy make-ahead favorite for parties and holidays.
The Only Cajun Deviled Egg Recipe You Need
- Customizable heat - you control the spice level! Want more heat? Slowly keep adding hot sauce or jalapenos until you reach your desired level.
- Make-ahead friendly - boil and peel the eggs the day before. Mix the filling the day before. Assemble just before serving!
- Easy ingredient swaps and additions - make a blend of half mayo and half creole mustard! Top with fresh jalapenos or even bacon!
Looking for a hearty main dish? My Keto Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya is packed with bold Louisiana flavors and makes a delicious companion to these deviled eggs.
Key Ingredients
Hard boiled eggs - for this recipe, you'll need 6 eggs, but you can always do half or double the recipe. Boil or steam eggs or buy the ready-to-eat boiled eggs.
Mayonnaise - I like to use full-fat mayo for this one. It just tastes better and creamier! Of course, you use what you love!
Hot sauce - I love the tangy heat hot sauce adds to the mayo-egg yolk mixture! Louisiana Hot Sauce is one of our favs! What's your fav?
Jalapenos - Ah, the diced pickled jalapenos add not only a little heat, but a little crunch, too.
Smoked paprika - adds that smoky, Southern depth and a touch of heat!
Flavor Variations and Additions
- Swap half the mayo for creole mustard for a tangier filling!
- Garnish each egg differently with sliced andouille sausage, cooked shrimp, crumbled bacon, or pickled jalapenos so everyone can choose their favorite.
For a lighter Cajun meal, serve these deviled eggs with my Cajun Baked Salmon and a simple green salad.
The Best Way to Cook Hard Boiled Eggs
I recently switched to an egg steamer, and I don't think I'll ever go back. It's hands-off, no need to watch the stove, and the eggs peel perfectly every time! Once I started using this this egg steamer, I haven't boiled an egg since!
How to Make Cajun Deviled Eggs
Photo 1. Slice each hard-boiled egg in half. Place the egg yolks in a small bowl. Mash egg yolks, then mix in mayo, hot sauce, and diced pickled jalapenos.
Photo 2. Equally fill each egg white half with some of the yolk mixture. Sprinkle each deviled egg with smoked paprika and some green onion slices.
I love to pair these deviled eggs with this Creamy BLT Dip. Serve it with your favorite crackers or raw veggies.
Anne's Recipe Tips
- Boiling eggs: Use eggs that are about 1-2 weeks old; they're easier to peel.
- Ice bath: Cool in ice water for 10 minutes before peeling.
- Fill the eggs: Spoon, pipe, or squeeze through a snipped zip-top bag.
If you're putting together a Southern comfort meal, my Cajun One Pot Hoppin' John is another reader favorite that's full of smoky Cajun flavor.
Serving Suggestions (Cajun style!)
- Great for holiday spreads, potlucks, picnics, or crawfish boils.
- Pair with baked ham, gumbo, or Easy Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya Recipe as a festive side.
Looking for another easy, no bake appetizer? This Southern Caviar is made with black-eyed peas, corn, bell peppers, onions, Rotel tomatoes, and zesty Italian dressing. It's perfect for dipping and pairs well with these Cajun Deviled Eggs.
Cajun Deviled Eggs FAQs
Yes! Boil eggs 1 day ahead and peel them. In a separate bowl, mix the filling. Cover both and refrigerate. Assemble close to serving for the freshest look.
To me, they're mild to medium. But since everyone's heat level is difference, you'll the adjust hot sauce, Cajun seasoning, or jalapeños for more or less heat.
Mais yeah! Deviled eggs are perfect for scaling up. Just keep the filling-to-egg ratio the same.
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Recipe
Cajun Deviled Eggs
Equipment
- pot for boiling eggs
- egg steamer (optional)
Ingredients
- 6 hard boiled eggs, peeled
- 4 tablespoon mayonnaise not heaping tablespoons!
- 1 teaspoon Louisiana Brand Hot Sauce
- 2 teaspoon pickled diced jalapeno peppers, drained I used Mt Olive brand
- smoked paprika for sprinkling on top
- chopped green onion for garnish
Instructions
- Slice each hard boiled egg in half lenghwise. Place the yolks in a small bowl and the egg whites on a serving platter or plate.
- Mash the yolks with a fork until crumbly.
- Add mayonnaise, hot sauce, and pickled diced jalapenos to the egg yolks. Stir with a spoon until nice and creamy. Taste test and add more hot sauce and/or pickled diced jalapenos to suit your taste. Add a little more mayo if you want it a little creamier.
- Fill each egg white with the yolk mixture. You can fill the egg whites with the yolk mixture a few different ways; just use whatever's easiest for you. Spoon the filling in for a rustic, homey look, pipe it in with a pastry bag and tip for a pretty, swirled finish, or snip the corner off a zip-top bag and squeeze it in for a quick, no-fuss option.
- Sprinkle each egg with a little smoked paprika, then with a few green onion slices.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy to my readers. I'm not a nutritionist and I don't guarantee the accuracy of this data. The data may differ according to the brands I used versus the brands you use. To calculate the data yourself using your brands, try using an online nutrition calculator or app.
Casey Markee says
I love deviled eggs. This one was easy and delicious and even I couldn't screw it up. Thanks!
Anne Clark says
Thank you, Casey!