Say hello to your new favorite deviled egg recipe! Bacon Jalapeño Deviled Eggs with Cream Cheese taste like your favorite jalapeño popper recipe in the form of deliciously spicy deviled eggs.
This easy finger food idea is a hit at every game day party and makes great cookout food, too! Plus, these amazing deviled eggs are even perfect for holidays like Labor Day or Easter. Use up your leftover hard-boiled eggs and make a deviled egg platter the whole family will gobble up!
You are going to love this easy deviled egg recipe – I promise you! With the addition of cream cheese and jalapeño, this recipe takes classic deviled eggs to a whole new level of delicious!
- What are deviled eggs?
- Why are they called deviled eggs?
- Ingredients for Deviled Eggs with Bacon
- How to Boil Eggs for Deviled Eggs
- How do you make deviled eggs with bacon?
- Tips for Making Perfect Deviled Eggs
- How long are deviled eggs good for?
- Are deviled eggs keto?
What are deviled eggs?
Also known as devilled eggs, stuffed eggs, salad eggs, dressed eggs, and Russian eggs, they are an egg appetizer made using hard-boiled eggs.
You cut the hard-boiled eggs in half and remove the yolks. Then, you whip the yolks with ingredients like mayonnaise or mustard until they’re fluffy and creamy.
Finally, you fill the halved hard-boiled eggs with the yolk mixture, and serve.
If you have yet to make your own deviled egg recipe or if you want to try different deviled egg recipes, you are going to love this recipe. They are truly delicious!
Why are they called deviled eggs?
The term “deviled” is a term dating back to the late 1700s, and refers to heavily seasoned (often spicy or zesty) fried or boiled foods.
This includes eggs, which at that point were commonly prepared with mustard, pepper, and other similarly strong ingredients.
Ingredients for Deviled Eggs with Bacon
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, shells removed
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 ounce cream cheese, softened and cut into small pieces
- 1/2 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 5 strips bacon, cooked until crispy
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
- 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
How to Boil Eggs for Deviled Eggs
- Add your desired amount of eggs to a large saucepan. Fill the saucepan with water until it is 1 inch above the eggs in the pan. If you are boiling more than 6 eggs, add enough water to cover 2 inches above the eggs.
- Cover the pan with a lid, and heat over high heat until the water reaches a full boil.
- Once the water is boiling, lower the temperature to medium-high and continue to boil for 7 minutes for hard-boiled eggs with a creamy yolk.
How long to boil eggs for deviled eggs: Anywhere from 6 to 8 minutes will result in hard-boiled eggs with a creamy yolk that’s perfect for making deviled eggs. I recommend boiling for 7 minutes.
Boiling eggs is very easy to do. In fact, you can even use a pressure cooker to make Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs!
How do you make deviled eggs with bacon?
- Carefully peel and cut 6 hard-boiled eggs in half length-wise.
- Remove the yolks and place them in a medium mixing bowl. Set the egg whites on a serving platter or plate.
- Use a fork to smash the egg yolks until they reach a crumb-like texture.
Add 1/4 cup mayonnaise and 1 ounce cream cheese, softened and cut into small pieces, to the yolks. Mix until combined and smooth. - Add 1/2 tablespoon white wine vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper to the bowl with the egg yolks. Mix to combine.
- Break 5 strips of crispy bacon up into little bits. See below for tips on making the bacon.
- Add the 3/4 of the bacon bits, 1 seeded and diced jalapeño, and 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl with the yolks. Mix to combine.
- Transfer the egg yolk mixture to a piping bag or a plastic baggie with one corner cut off. Pipe the egg filling into the egg whites.
- Sprinkle the remaining bacon bits over the filling. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!
Tips for Making Perfect Deviled Eggs
- Cold hard-boiled eggs are easier to peel. Place your hard-boiled eggs in a bowl and refrigerate the night before making your eggs to peel them easily. Or, place your hard-boiled eggs in an ice water bath until cooled down and easy to peel.
- Carefully peel your eggs after cooling to avoid making “craters” in the eggs with your fingernails.
- Prepare your crispy bacon in the oven ahead of time or as the eggs are boiling, on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper or foil. Bake it at 400°F for about 15 to 20 minutes until it’s crispy.
- Alternatively, make a batch of our candied bacon to use for this recipe. You will not BELIEVE how delicious that is! If you want to use candied bacon, it’s best to make it ahead of time.
How long are deviled eggs good for?
Deviled eggs are good for three to four days, but for the best taste, we recommend enjoying them all within 2 days.
And trust me, that won’t be a problem with these bacon jalapeño popper deviled eggs. They are SO delicious, they’re gone within the same day in my house!
You might want to hide a few for yourself in the fridge. 😉
Are deviled eggs keto-friendly?
Yes, they are VERY keto-friendly! If you use our candied bacon to make them, keep an eye on the carbs. Otherwise, there is only about a single carb per egg. Enjoy!
Love this recipe? Leave a comment and a rating below to let us know what you think! And be sure to save Bacon Jalapeño Deviled Eggs with Cream Cheese📌 on Pinterest for later.
Want more easy finger food recipes like this? Try our Starbucks Egg Bites for an easy low carb breakfast! Plus, our Blistered Shishito Peppers and Air Fryer Mushrooms make delicious party foods.
Avocado Deviled Eggs are a delicious choice, too. Especially for Easter – and definitely try pairing these eggs with an Avocado Toast Bar!
Bacon Jalapeño Deviled Eggs with Cream Cheese
🥘 Ingredients
- 6 hard boiled eggs shells removed
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 ounce cream cheese softened and cut into small pieces
- 1/2 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 5 strips bacon cooked until crispy
- 1 jalapeno seeded and diced
- 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
🔪 Instructions
- Carefully peel and cut 6 hard-boiled eggs in half length-wise.
- Remove the yolks and place them in a medium mixing bowl. Set the egg whites on a serving platter or plate.
- Use a fork to smash the egg yolks until they reach a crumb-like texture.Add 1/4 cup mayonnaise and 1 ounce cream cheese, softened and cut into small pieces, to the yolks. Mix until combined and smooth.
- Break 5 strips of crispy bacon up into little bits. See post or notes for tips on making the bacon.
- Add the 3/4 of the bacon bits, 1 seeded and diced jalapeño, and 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl with the yolks. Mix to combine.
- Transfer the egg yolk mixture to a piping bag or a plastic baggie with one corner cut off. Pipe the egg filling into the egg whites.
- Sprinkle the remaining bacon bits over the filling. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Cold hard-boiled eggs are easier to peel. Place your hard-boiled eggs in bowl and refrigerate the night before making deviled eggs, or place them in an ice water bath until cooled down and easy to peel.
- Carefuly peel the eggs to avoid making “craters” in the eggs while peeling.
- Prepare your bacon in the oven ahead of time or as the eggs are boiling. Line it on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper or foil and bake at 400°F for about 15 to 20 minutes until it’s crispy.
Liz Berg says
Oh, boy, these look incredible! Love the heat!
Wendy Klik says
You can never have too many deviled egg recipes.
Cindy Kerschner says
Great tips for making deviled eggs!
Janiece says
Steaming the eggs instead of boiling, will rock your world! Makes even fresh eggs peel easily. I promise. 1 inch of water, steamer insert, any number of eggs, 14 mins. Done.