Christmas Tree Deviled Eggs Recipe – A Festive Appetizer Everyone Will Love

From Shaym at SoolFood

Every year, I try to come up with a dish that brings holiday cheer right from the first bite. One snowy afternoon, I decided the humble deviled egg needed a Christmas makeover. A few swirls of creamy green filling and some tiny pepper “ornaments” later, these Christmas Tree Deviled Eggs were born.

They instantly became the star of my holiday spread. Not only are they adorable and festive, but they’re also ridiculously easy to make. Guests love them, especially the kids. And best of all, they’re a no-stress dish you can prep ahead of time and decorate at the last minute.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These aren’t just any deviled eggs. They’re holiday magic in edible form. The yolk filling is blended with herbs and just a touch of mayo, piped to resemble little Christmas trees, and topped with red and yellow bell pepper “ornaments.”

They make a perfect pair with other make-ahead bites like these air fryer pasta chips or a cozy protein-packed starter like chicken cutlets. Whether you’re hosting brunch, bringing a dish to a potluck, or building a snack board, this festive twist on a classic will disappear fast.

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Christmas Tree Deviled Eggs Recipe

Ingredients

• 12 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
• ⅓ cup mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, finely chopped
• 1–2 drops green food coloring (optional, for bold color)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 small yellow bell pepper, cut into tiny stars or triangles
• Smoked paprika (optional, for a snowy effect)
• Fresh dill sprigs for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

1. Boil the eggs: Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then cover, turn off heat, and let sit for 10–12 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath, then peel once cooled.
2. Prep the filling: Cut each egg in half and carefully scoop the yolks into a bowl. Mash yolks with mayo, mustard, herbs, salt, and pepper. For a festive green look, add a drop or two of green food coloring.
3. Pipe the trees: Spoon the filling into a piping bag or zip-top bag with the corner snipped. Pipe the mixture into each egg white, swirling upward to resemble a tree.
4. Decorate: Add tiny bits of red bell pepper as “ornaments.” Top each “tree” with a star (cut from yellow pepper).
5. Finish: Sprinkle with paprika and add dill sprigs around the plate for a forest vibe.
6. Serve: Chill until ready to serve. These are best within 1–2 days.

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Tips & Tricks

• Use avocado instead of food coloring for a natural green hue (and bonus creaminess).
• Don’t have a star-shaped cutter? Just snip tiny triangles from yellow pepper for a rustic “topper.”
• You can boil the eggs up to 3 days in advance and store them in the fridge.

For more fun holiday finger foods, try these sweet-savory easy Halloween party treats, they double as great inspiration for festive spreads any time of year!

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How to Serve

These deviled eggs look stunning on a wooden platter, nestled among herbs or festive napkins. Serve them alongside a salad, roasted vegetables, or a cozy soup. They’re also a great protein addition to vegetarian spreads, similar in spirit to our high-protein vegetarian recipes.

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Final Thoughts from Shaym

When the table is filled with roasts and sweets, it’s the little things, like these Christmas Tree Deviled Eggs, that guests remember. They’re cheerful, flavorful, and impossibly cute. Add them to your next holiday party, and don’t be surprised when they’re gone before you even pour the wine.

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